Wildlife Sanctuary

5.7 Wildlife Sanctuary

Description

Quick Overview

Wildlife sanctuaries provide protected habitats for wild animals, preventing poaching and allowing controlled activities by local communities.

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Wildlife sanctuaries are important areas where animals are safeguarded from human interference. While poaching and capturing are prohibited, locals may still engage in specific activities like grazing. This section discusses the role of wildlife sanctuaries and their significance in conserving biodiversity and protecting ecosystems.

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Wildlife Sanctuary

Wildlife sanctuaries are dedicated areas where animals are protected from poaching and other disturbances in their natural habitats. This section outlines the importance of these shelters for wildlife conservation and local communities. Professor Ahmad describes the regulations surrounding these sanctuaries, including the prohibitions against killing or capturing animals, which is punishable by law. Furthermore, he explains that while sanctuaries restrict certain activities, people living in these regions can still partake in regulated practices, such as grazing or gathering medicinal plants.

These sanctuaries support not just the flora and fauna but also maintain the ecological balance. They are essential for preserving biodiversity and allow ecosystems to thrive without the detrimental effects of human intrusion. Overall, wildlife sanctuaries play a pivotal role in ensuring the survival and comfort of wildlife, showcasing their critical role in environmental protection.

Key Concepts

  • Wildlife Sanctuary: A protected area for the conservation of animals in their natural habitat.

  • Poaching: The illegal hunting or capturing of wildlife.

  • Biodiversity: The variety of different species in an ecosystem.

  • Endangered Species: Species that are at risk of extinction.

Memory Aids

🎵 Rhymes Time

  • In a sanctuary animals stay, safe and sound every day.

📖 Fascinating Stories

  • Once upon a time, in a lush green forest, animals lived freely, thanks to a sanctuary that protected them from harm.

🧠 Other Memory Gems

  • Remember 'SAFE' for 'Sanctuaries Are for Flora and fauna' to recall their purpose.

🎯 Super Acronyms

Use 'BIRD' for 'Biodiversity is Really Delicate.'

Examples

  • Kaziranga National Park is known for its large population of one-horned rhinoceroses and is an excellent example of a successful wildlife sanctuary.

  • The Pachmarhi Wildlife Sanctuary protects a variety of species while allowing regulated activities for nearby communities.

Glossary of Terms

  • Term: Wildlife Sanctuary

    Definition:

    A protected area established to conserve wildlife and their habitats.

  • Term: Poaching

    Definition:

    Illegal hunting or capturing of wild animals.

  • Term: Biodiversity

    Definition:

    The variety of life found in a particular ecosystem.

  • Term: Endangered Species

    Definition:

    Species at risk of extinction due to various factors.