Freshwater Ecosystem
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Many freshwater organisms are now threatened with extinction. Freshwater ecosystems are easily affected by human activities and are severely damaged by development and pollution. In addition, recent climate change has caused large changes in the water levels of rivers and lakes, resulting in mass mortality of freshwater organisms. The only way to prevent the extinction of freshwater organisms is to prevent water pollution and halt climate change. This will require a major impact from government and large corporations, but there are things we can do as individuals as well. We can do this by not wasting water, not dropping garbage in rivers and ponds, and reducing CO2 emissions...even small steps can add up to great power.
Singing of the Forest
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There are numerous species of snails, but each has a very small habitat, often in a specific location. They quickly become extinct when they are displaced from their homes by human activity, invasive alien species, and rising temperatures. Snails contribute to the health of the forest by eating fungi that arrive on trees, and they are in the food chain by becoming food for other creatures. Where snails perish, trees are prone to disease and the ecosystem is out of balance. Snail researchers are working hard to protect them, but the speed of extinction is very fast. Research and protection of snails requires the understanding and cooperation of many people, including local residents, landowners, and government agencies. And environmental education for youth and children is also an important and noble mission.
Shallow Water Ecosystem
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Dugongs and manatees live in shallow waters such as seagrass beds and estuarine zones. Shallow seas are the most vulnerable to the effects of human habitation on the ground. Currently, the disappearance and mass mortality of sirenian are occurring due to water pollution and reduced food availability. Sirenian are among the largest creatures that live in shallow waters.When the largest animals begin to disappear, it is a warning that some action must be taken immediately to restore the health of the river and ocean ecosystems.Their favorite water plants and seaweeds nurture small sea creatures and enrich the underwater ecosystem. In addition, aquatic plants have been found to absorb carbon dioxide far better than terrestrial plants. What we should be doing now is not reclaiming beaches and building military bases and factories. We need to focus on the natural ecosystems around us, such as shallow waters, and protect them in order to leave a rich earth for the next generation.