Much focus has been made on explaining why frogs should be saved. That is their preservation is not only a conservation of one species but conservation of our environment as well. Frogs are not only sensitive to physical changes of the environment and can be used to depict the status of environment. The presence of the phenomena that foster this amphibian’s presence is the environment that can also enhance the health of human beings. A declining frog population signals worsening environmental conditions, which could soon make the habitat uninhabitable for humans as well. As fretful as it may sound Save the Habitat Foundation is creating awareness of the desperate need to conserve these animals and their environment.
Frogs as Environmental Indicators
They the first to show signs of environmental change due to their sensitivity .Their permeable skin and dual water-land lifecycle expose them to pollutants and environmental factors.
Key changes that frogs can indicate include:
Decline in Local Flora and Fauna:
Frogs are dependent on biomass that sustains them as well as places where they can breed.
Increase in Air Pollutants:
Excessive amount of pollutants are dangerous to their lives.
Water Contamination :
Some of the chemical pollutants include pesticides for controlling pests in farming, heavy metals from industrial activities and industrial chemicals.
Soil Degradation:
Alterations of the ground on which the amphibians live influence the characteristics of the bio-home.
Climate Change Effect on Frogs:
Changes in weather patterns, such as reduced rainfall or increased heat, disrupt the frog breeding cycle.
Conservation Efforts for Frogs in Pakistan
In Pakistan, different species of the amphibian are on the verge of extinction because of destruction of their habitats and climate change. Conservation measures are essential to preserve these species and maintain overall environmental health. The non-governmental organization Save the Habitat Foundation actively works to conserve and rehabilitate frog habitats across the country.
How You Can Help
There is no one who cannot in some way, contribute towards the conservation of these amphibians. Measures like cutting out or at least limiting pesticide use, providing environmental support for frog habitats and simply word of mouth about the value of frogs can also go a long way. Supporting Save the Habitat Foundation can enhance these efforts and amplify their impact.
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