World Animal Day: uniting for a more wildlife-friendly future

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Extract from the article: Every year on 04 October, the whole world celebrates World Animal Day. The main aim is to raise public awareness of biodiversity issues and combat animal brutality. This year, World Animal Day 2024 focuses on the importance of digital technologies fo

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Every year on 04 October, the whole world celebrates World Animal Day. The main aim is to raise public awareness of biodiversity issues and combat animal brutality. This year, World Animal Day 2024 focuses on the importance of digital technologies for wildlife conservation. Innovative tools now make it possible to track animals more effectively, combat illegal trafficking in protected species and raise public awareness of biodiversity issues.

According to Ivonne Higuero, Secretary General of the International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), digital innovations are changing the way we protect biodiversity, which is of immeasurable value. Revolutionary applications can now distinguish between different species of tiger in a matter of seconds.Drones are helping to scour vast areas to locate sea turtle nesting sites.Advanced tracking systems, real-time data analysis and artificial intelligence-based solutions provide conservationists around the world with unprecedented tools to identify, monitor, track and therefore protect animals of all species.

Animals play an essential role in the balance of ecosystems and in our own well-being. They bring joy and companionship.

Yet many animals are threatened with extinction due to the destruction of their habitats, poaching and climate change.Education plays a key role in protecting animals, as it helps to create a society that is more compassionate towards all forms of life on Earth. Educational events are organised around the world to inform people about issues such as protecting wildlife, combating animal cruelty and conserving the environment.

Great strides have been made around the world to ensure that animals are treated as living beings in their own right. Unfortunately, much remains to be done. That's why a key action is to provide information, because people are not always aware or knowledgeable about endangered species and the causes of their disappearance, the consequences for wildlife, climate change or the environment.

The role of animals in the ecosystem

Animals play a fundamental role in the ecosystem, acting as essential pillars in maintaining life on Earth.

Their contribution to pollination enables many plants to reproduce, ensuring food production and the diversity of plant species. By regulating harmful populations, predatory animals preserve the natural balance and prevent imbalances that can threaten crops and habitats.Their presence influences the health of natural habitats, contributing to the stability of ecosystems in the face of climate change. Protecting animals is not just a question of morality, but a necessity to ensure the sustainability of the environment and our own survival on this planet.

Jean ELI & Esther KOLANI (Intern)