How to Help Animals
Although many of us may live far away from the animals featured in New on Earth, it doesn’t mean we can’t make active choices to help protect them. Eszterhas said there are many choices people can make, such as living a greener life, which can mean driving your car less, walking more, and buying local organic produce. Another thing people can do is become an advocate for wildlife, she added, and educate others about the challenges facing certain species or host fundraisers to protect animals.
Voting also impacts wild animals, and people can all vote for politicians who are ready to implement policies to protect nature rather than destroy it. Eszterhas said fostering a connection with nature for younger generations is also key to ensuring we don’t end up losing even more of the natural world.
“I do believe the single greatest threat to the planet of all, even more than habitat loss, even more than climate change, is a disconnect with nature,” Eszterhas said. “I definitely think that we are missing the mark if we are not focused on connecting kids with nature.”
