2.2. CONCEPT OF BIODIVERSITY It has been estimated that more than 50 million species of plants, animals and micro-organisms are existing in the world. Out of these, about 1.4 million species have been identified so far. Each species is adapted to live in specific environment, from mountain peaks to the depth of seas, from polar ice caps to tropical rain forests and deserts. All this diversity of life is confined to only about one kilometre thick layer of lithosphere hydrosphere and atmosphere which
selfish of us to treat the animals of the earth the way we do. Jane Goodall saw the unfair treatment of our cohabitants and was determined to change that. With love in her heart, and wisdom in her mind, Jane set forth the forever change in the world we live in today by helping animals and helping to prevent lab testing. Before Jane Goodall, many inhumane acts were occurring amongst animals all around the world. Goodall has made it known that she doesn’t approve of animal testing when it comes to science
CHAPTER 2: INTERNATIONAL APPROACH TO ANIMAL RIGHTS Historically, animal law is that field of law which deals with animal rights and raises punishments for its infringement, which started operating from the domestic level. Many states think of animal welfare as a regime enjoying the status as a protected internal affair. Being a matter of domestic law, animal laws currently escape authoritative judgment by the international community. But, in an era where there is an increase in business, labour,
More animals are belonging to diurnal animals. They have a high competition in hunting food because of other predators. Diurnal animals hunt at day while nocturnal search food at night. Therefore, in this case, both animals can find their food without competing each other. Many animals that live in extremely hot and arid places avoid the heat of the day and water loss by being active at night. This case is common at animals which live at dry places or at desserts
Central Databases (precous heritage). These have included animals such as the woodland bison of West Virgina, Arizona's Merriam's elk, the carolina parokeet, the passenger pigeon, the California grizzly bear, and the carribian monk seal.
with regards to this species, often unwarranted fear of snakes among humans increases the intensity of conflict where thousands of snakes are killed every year out of sheer paranoia. (Translocation Tragedies: Are We Really “Rescuing” Snakes?. Conservation
has been working in coordination with National Park Staff for conservation works. During the time of insurgency in Nepal, national park had a great loss due to absence of Nepalese Army Security post. Therefore, Nepal Government realized the importance of NA and has again deployed the staffs in previous locations. Due to NA excessive patrolling and dedication towards conservation, there has been great improvement in numbers of animals. Nepalese Army can further increase the efficiency of their operations
Protection of Wild Animals: Problems and Prospects Chapter-I: Introduction Mahatma Gandhi has said, “Greatness of Nation can be judged by the way its animals are treated.” India is fascinating country. Not only it is home to the largest number of languages, religions and cultures, it also supports some of the richest biodiversity areas in the world. The reason might be due to the tolerance Indians show for other life forms. It is evident in the way animals, domestic or wild, are positively incorporated
imagine. And so altering the perception of these magnificent beasts and their importance is essential as people do not know and so do not care. If anything, the fear adds to the apathy. And that is why a documentary like “Shores of Silence: Whale Sharks in India” is so important. Directed by accomplished filmmaker Mike Pandey, who specialises in movies about wildlife, environment, biodiversity and species conservation, the film was made with the intention to build awareness, gather support to protect
the Stockholm Declaration, 1972 included provisions for safeguarding flora and fauna and preserving natural ecosystems. The World Conservation Strategy 1980, a joint effort of the IUCN, UNEP, WWF for Nature and UNESCO strives to motivate the people, change their behavior and attitudes towards conserving nature. The World Charter for Nature, 1982 advocated that conservation of nature should be an integral part of planning and implementation of social and economic developmental activities. The Rio Declaration