Wildlife refers to all living organisms that are not domesticated and exist naturally in the wild. This encompasses a wide variety of animals, birds, insects, plants, fungi, and microorganisms that inhabit terrestrial, aquatic, and aerial ecosystems. Wildlife plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance of the ecosystems they inhabit, contributing to biodiversity and ecological health. It includes both flora and fauna living in their native habitats, often interacting with each other and their environment in complex ways. Wildlife conservation is essential to protect species from extinction, preserve natural habitats, and ensure that ecological processes continue to function effectively. The term often evokes images of animals living freely in their native environments, emphasizing the importance of preserving their natural habitats and the challenges they face due to human activities.
The Environmental Crisis of Aotearoa For 80 million years, the land that would become Aotearoa, known as New Zealand, thrived without land mammals, with just a few species of bats…