Unfortunately, as towns and cities get bigger, humans are destroying animals habitats. To build more houses and roads they are cutting down trees in woodlands and forests, which are home to wildlife.
The Big Problem
Litter in the streets harms wildlife and poisonous chemicals from farms and factories are getting into rivers, ponds and lakes.
What harms them?
When this happens animals and species of birds and fish can no longer survive. In the same way, many reptiles are dying out around ponds. In fact, three wildlife species become extinct every hour because of habitat destruction.
The Result of Pollution
The Solutions
You could find out about different animal habitats near your home and about any problem they have. Then you could write letters to local council or wildlife charities to ask them to do something about the problems.
Never throw rubbish in the street and pick up any litter you see in woodland, hedgerows, gardens and parks.
7
