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What is a Wildlife Preserve?

What is a Wildlife Preserve?

October 14, 20133535Views

Natural places are often taken for granted. Local campgrounds and nature trails may be members of national wildlife preservation programs. Users might enjoy a day of refreshing outdoor activity at a wildlife preserve and never give the conservationist aspects of a park much thought. Those beautiful days of camping, hiking, fishing and enjoying the outdoors could not exist without the goodwill of organizations who strive to protect natural treasures.

Wildlife or nature preserves are natural areas which are important to biodiversity or scientific study. These areas can be protected by institutions, governments, or private organizations. Nature reserves may also protect interesting land formations. The Delicate Arch in Arches National Park, which is located within the state of Utah, is an example of a preserve which protects a land formation.

Laws and Regulations

The laws and regulations within wildlife preserves serve to safeguard creatures and habitats from human interference. Protecting natural surroundings gives wildlife a better chance of survival and the means to live in a safe habitat.

This is just one of the reasons why wild places should remain litter free. In the United States, a hefty monetary fine is given to anyone found littering within protected spaces. Hunting regulations, stewardship laws, and licensing and usage fees help support conservation efforts in preserves by generating revenue. This revenue is generally paid to park employees, maintain trails and facilities, and to further conservation efforts.

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Protecting the Wildlife

A wildlife preserve is a bastions against the unfortunate negative aspects of modern civilizations. They provide shelter and food for animals of many types and help maintain biodiversity. They also provide excellent places for people to relax and learn to appreciate the natural world.

Take time to admire the worlds preserved in each refuge, from the tiniest ants to the tallest trees. Also, respect the remaining natural places by supporting the organizations which make conservation possible. And most importantly, go enjoy a day in the woods, on the plains, in the mountains, or near the sea.

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