Endangered Species: The Struggle of Survival

The term “Endangered Species” has become a common phrase in the modern world. It refers to species of animals or plants that are at the brink of extinction, facing a possible end to their existence.

The struggle for survival is very real for many of these species, but it doesn’t seem like a big deal to the humans who have caused their predicament. They go about their daily lives, obliviously creating conditions that threaten the existence of countless species.

The Endangered Species list is growing longer by the day, with species that haven’t been seen for years suddenly showing up on the list. Some of these species are comical, and it’s hard to imagine how they would survive in the wild.

Take, for instance, the Kakapo, a flightless parrot from New Zealand. These birds, which resemble big fluffy balls of feathers, have an unusual mating call. The males stand on a high tree branch and make a sound like a car alarm to attract the females. This bizarre mating call would make them an easy target for predators, but they keep hoping for a mate.

Then there’s the Axolotl, a Mexican salamander that never fully grows up. They keep their gills throughout their life, giving them a unique look, but also making them vulnerable to disease and habitat loss. They have an unusual characteristic that makes them regrow their body parts; unfortunately, it hasn’t helped their thriving chances.

One of the most endangered species of all time is the Dodo bird, which was hunted to extinction in 1681. This bird was not very smart, as it did not have any natural predators on its native island of Mauritius. They were so trusting to humans that it was easy prey for sailors who visited the island.

It’s clear that humans’ actions have an enormous impact on the natural world, and we have to take responsibility for the consequences. Let’s put it this way - If we continue down this path, humans may soon end up on the endangered species list next.