Wildlife sanctuary; endemic species; climatic.
A wildlife sanctuary protects wild animals in their natural habitat; a biosphere reserve conserves biodiversity and traditional life over a larger area. A zoo keeps animals in artificial enclosures; a sanctuary protects them in nature. Endangered species are at risk of extinction; extinct species no longer exist. Flora means plants of an area; fauna means animals of an area.
Deforestation destroys habitats, reduces rainfall, increases temperature and carbon dioxide, causes soil erosion, floods and droughts, reduces groundwater and biodiversity, and leaves fewer resources and a degraded environment for future generations.
There will be loss of biodiversity, soil erosion, reduced rainfall, increase in carbon dioxide, global warming, floods, droughts and desertification.
The animal may lose food, shelter and breeding places. Its population may decline and it may become endangered or extinct.
The fertile topsoil can be removed by wind and water, reducing fertility and causing desertification.
Biodiversity must be conserved to maintain ecological balance and resources. Protected forests may still face poaching and human interference. Tribals depend on forests for food, fuel, medicine and livelihood. Deforestation is caused by agriculture, industry, roads, housing and forest fires; it causes erosion, floods, droughts and loss of species. The Red Data Book records endangered species. Migration is periodic movement of animals or birds to another region for better climate, food or breeding.
Cutting trees may be needed for essential development, but uncontrolled cutting is not justified because it harms biodiversity, climate, soil and water. Development should use minimum forest land, reforestation, recycling, protected areas and sustainable planning.