The Great Insect Die-Off

The extinction of insects on our planet is an undeniable fact. Insect species, their populations, and genetic diversity are declining worldwide, even in protected areas. Meanwhile, insects are foundational beings; they play a crucial role in all ecosystems. The functioning... of planetary ecosystems is now under threat, and thus the very basis of our existence is at risk. The extinction of insects has been mainly accelerated by humans. Industrial development, intensive agriculture, and land grabbing. Entomologist Andreas Zegerer, one of the curators of the Munich State Zoological Collection, and conservation specialist Eva Rosenkranz insist that it is imperative to change the paradigm of land use and land cultivation right now. The authors also explain how ordinary people can help insects by properly organizing their private gardens.

Author: ЗЕГЕРЕР АНДРЕАС

Printhouse: Diskurs

Series: Just Science

Age restrictions: 12+

Year of publication: 2022

ISBN: 9785907418110

Number of pages: 240

Size: 84х108/32 mm

Cover type: Твердая бумажная

Weight: 320 g

ID: 1321812

The extinction of insects on our planet is an undeniable fact. Insect species, their populations, and genetic diversity are declining worldwide, even in protected areas. Meanwhile, insects are foundational beings; they play a crucial role in all ecosystems. The functioning of planetary ecosystems is now under threat, and thus the very basis of our existence is at risk. The extinction of insects has been mainly accelerated by humans. Industrial development, intensive agriculture, and land grabbing. Entomologist Andreas Zegerer, one of the curators of the Munich State Zoological Collection, and conservation specialist Eva Rosenkranz insist that it is imperative to change the paradigm of land use and land cultivation right now. The authors also explain how ordinary people can help insects by properly organizing their private gardens.

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