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Reasons for habitat destruction roosevelt-elk-cervus-elaphus-roosevelti-in…

- - - - Animals are kept in high densities :
- - - - Toxic waste materials from untreated sewage would leak into large bodies of waters
        and could be harmful to aquatic life
    - - Caused by fertilisers such as nitrates and phosphate are added to the soil by farmers, the soil is washed from the soil by rain into the nearest pond or lake. This is called leaching.
      - Sewage contains excellent source of organic food for bacteria and also contains phosphates from detergents
  - - - Fresh water: Reducing production and waste lower the ammount of plastic to enter freshwater systems. This means less plastic to harm aquatic organisms.
    - - Industrial processes generate hazardous products and wastewater. It is discharged into rivers, lakes, or groundwater, these pollutants are toxic to aquatic organisms, it contaminate drinking water sources, and make water bodies unsafe for recreation.
    - - Treating sewage removes harmful pathogens, reduces organic load, and strips out excess nutrients. This prevents oxygen depletion, reduces algal blooms, make freshwater sources safer for human use, and supports a healthier, more diverse aquatic ecosystem.
- - - - Deforestation, soil erosion, water pollution, and habitat loss often occur during mining, drilling, or logging. This harms ecosystems and can lead to species extinction.
        
        2) Climate Change Contribution
        
        Extracting and burning fossil fuels (like coal, oil, and gas) releases large amounts of greenhouse gases, increasing global warming and extreme weather patterns.
        
        3) Social and Economic Disruption
        
        While extraction can bring jobs, it may also lead to displacement of local communities, unequal wealth distribution, and conflicts over land rights and profits.
  - - - Use eco-friendly methods like selective logging, precision mining, or regulated drilling to minimize environmental harm and preserve ecosystems.
        
        Rehabilitation and Reforestation
        
        After extraction, restore damaged areas by replanting trees, treating polluted water, and rehabilitating land to support wildlife and future use.
        
        2) Strict Government Regulations
        
        Enforce environmental laws, require environmental impact assessments (EIA), and monitor companies to ensure responsible resource use and pollution control.
- - - - Forests prevent flash flooding by slowing the time it takes for the water to reach the ground. Water also gets absorbed by the soil.