Tag: animal biodiversity
Why are bees so useful?
We are talking more and more about bees which tend to disappear from orchards and gardens. This is a very serious problem because without these insects, many plants could no…
Biography | Georgina Steytler – Nature photographer, writer, conservationist, bird enthusiast
I am a nature photographer with a passion for birds, ethics and conservation. I grew up in an orchard in Donnybrook, a small country town in Western Australia, where I…
The disappearance of animal species leads to the decline of plant species
Many plant species depend on animal species to disperse their seeds. The disappearance of bird and mammal species thus threatens the survival of plant species throughout the world. Terrestrial plants…
Biodiversity: the fragility of the animal world magnified
The animal world is fascinatingly diverse. But the latest figures are alarming. Experts estimate that 60% of animal populations of our planet are in great danger. And the goal of…