Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

In today's world, many people believe that the extinction of some animal and plant species should be the concern. While I understand that the significance of these animals and plants to our environment, in my opinion, other more serious issues

also

exist, which will be discussed below. It is true that all animals and plants make great contribution to our ecosystem. Unfortunately,

however

, some species are getting extinct due to several reasons, which should make people think. If steps to protect other endangered plants and animals are not taken, they can disappear on earth forever as well. Considering these facts, many people regard

this

issue as primary.

Nevertheless

, I think, there are more urgent problems that ought to be solved

first

. And, one of them is deforestation. Despite governmental restrictions in certain countries, major companies continue to chop down the trees, without realizing its consequences. These trees are

then

used for industrial purposes. But in an essence, we should understand that when they are burnt, tonnes of toxic gases are released into the atmosphere

,

Accept space

,

causing another big environmental issue - air pollution. People, breathing from that detrimental air are known to suffer from various diseases including cancer. In conclusion, apart from the extinction of animals and plants, there are other environmental issues that directly affect human beings.