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I’m not super educated on the subject but am I wrong to think that basically all large non-domesticated mammals will go extinct over the next few generations? I
by sleazy_b 6y ago
I’m not super educated on the subject but am I wrong to think that basically all large non-domesticated mammals will go extinct over the next few generations? It doesn't look like humans are inclined to do anything about the climate and these animals seem particularly vulnerable.
- cgh 6y agoYou are indeed wrong. Many populations are thriving. Some examples local to me: black bears, cougars, grizzly bears, various species of deer and a couple of elk herds. Climate change won’t affect these animals much, especially here in BC. They may end up migrating north a bit but bears in particular are incredibly adaptable animals.
- 411111111111111 6y agoI'm not a scientist nor have I studied ecological effects on species, but you're statement is definitely too strong. Its probably unlikely that all non domesticated animals will die in the soon (next 200yrs) future. Beyond that it's just beyond unpredictable, because the challenges of that time haven't even been identified yet.
- Papier345 6y agoWe still don't know if climate is a loos coupled or strong coupled system. Could go either way. Lets try nothing otherwise we might create a sustainable environment with healthy air, energy and more animals for nothing.
- pvaldes 6y agoNobody knows the future. Sperm whales benefit of our overfishing so they recovered really fast. Hector's dolphins are hurt by our overfishing, so they are in big trouble.
- wubbert 6y agoThe problem isn't just due to climate change. It's also due to the constant destruction and expansion into natural/wild areas.