@shorts #environments #humanenvironments #earthscience #ngscience @NGScience Natural environments are areas untouched by human development, where nature thrives on its own. Think of vast rainforests, majestic mountains, and pristine oceans. These places are shaped by natural forces like weather, earthquakes, or volcanic eruptions, creating habitats for countless plants and animals, supporting incredible biodiversity.
Human environments, on the other hand, are spaces transformed or built by people. Cities, towns, farms, and even roads fall into this category. Here, we design the landscapes, adding buildings, bridges, and infrastructure to suit our needs. But as we expand, biodiversity often decreases in these areas, as natural habitats are replaced by concrete and steel.
However, many organisms have shown incredible resilience and adapted to life in human environments. Pigeons thrive in cities, finding food scraps and nesting spots on buildings. Rats and mice make their homes in sewers and basements. Even plants like dandelions can grow in cracks in the pavement. Some predators, like urban foxes or hawks, have learned to hunt in these new settings, proving how adaptable life can be.
While natural environments provide the foundation for our survival, we must be careful about the extent to which we modify them. It takes continual effort to protect these vital ecosystems and ensure they remain a haven for biodiversity. At the same time, we can also change or restore human environments—like creating green spaces, wildlife corridors, or rewilding projects—to better support and protect the diversity of life that shares our world. By finding this balance, we can build a future where both nature and human environments thrive together.
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