Over the past four articles, I explored the adverse effects of two pesticides on almost all of the endangered species in the United States. Endangered species are important to us in many ways, and now I understand that pesticides are connected to our everyday lives. What I learned throughout this journey surprised me, but encourages me.
Read MoreAs I have learned throughout this journey, two pesticides used on important crops result in adverse effects to almost all endangered animal species in the U.S. I know I have a significant connection to these endangered animals, as well as these pesticides. But how do these pesticides actually affect these endangered animals?
Read MoreMy mind cannot seem to shake the fact that just two pesticides adversely affect so many endangered species in the U.S., and that these species are so connected to me.
Read MoreThroughout the U.S., we actively use pesticides proven by research to be harmful to many living things. According to a study published by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the pesticides we use adversely impact 97% of endangered species.
Read MoreBefore today I never knew how my daily decisions, and everyone else’s, could impact almost all of the endangered species in the United States. How much do our actions really have an impact, and why?
By Erica Krol. This is the first of a five-article series. Enjoy the journey!
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