Conservation in the Democratic Republic of Congo
I can describe conservation efforts in the DRC and explain why they are important.
Conservation in the Democratic Republic of Congo
I can describe conservation efforts in the DRC and explain why they are important.
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Key learning points
- The DRC has several national parks that protect endangered species.
- Virunga National Park is home to rare mountain gorillas but faces threats from poaching and conflict.
- Conservation efforts must balance protecting nature with supporting local communities.
- International organisations and local people are working to protect the rainforest and wildlife in the DRC.
Keywords
National park - a large area of land protected by law to keep the natural environment safe
Biodiversity - all the living things in an ecosystem or area
Endangered - a species of plant or animal in danger of extinction
Poaching - the illegal hunting or capturing of wild animals
Common misconception
That poaching only involves 'trophy' animals like elephants and wild cats.
Poaching happens on a daily basis all around the world as a means of organised illegal activity (but in some cases for survival). It can include any animal species, large or small, that has a perceived value in its meat, skin, or another biproduct.
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