Michelle York+FollowSucculent Hype Is Wiping Out Rare PlantsWho knew TikTok trends could threaten entire ecosystems? South Africa’s Succulent Karoo is getting raided by plant poachers because rare mini succulents went viral. Over a million plants have been seized, and at least eight species are now basically extinct in the wild. All this for some Instagram-worthy houseplants! The worst part? Losing these plants throws the whole ecosystem out of whack. If you want to help, skip the rare imports and show some love to local plants instead! #PlantPoaching #SucculentKaroo #Biodiversity #EcoCrisis #SupportLocalPlants #Science100Share
martinezlaura+FollowWetland Nightmare: Plastic EverywhereDeepor Beel in Assam, once a wildlife paradise, is now drowning in plastic and sewage. Locals are heartbroken as cows and fish die from eating trash, and the whole ecosystem is at risk. The pollution is so bad, it’s threatening food supplies, tourism, and even human health. Residents are begging for action, but nothing’s changed. It’s wild how fast a beautiful place can turn into a disaster when plastic takes over. We seriously need to rethink our plastic use! #PlasticPollution #SaveOurWetlands #EcoCrisis #Assam #DeeporBeel #Science31Share
