|
I am obviously saddened
by the fact that we think wild native animals are a threat when we never
give a second thought that it is us who are threatening their habitat
through massive planting and other developments, all in the name of
progress. Only when they are extinct or at the point of extinction will
there be "concerned" voices to save the tigers for the future
generation. Then, it will be too little too late.
I am truly sorry for the families who have lost their loved ones to
tiger attacks. Nevertheless, measures can be taken to ensure we can live
in harmony with them. Allocating RM600,000 for the tiger threat is
frankly a pathetic measure to overcome the problem.
In Australia, there is a governing body that inspects an area of any
existing native plants or animals before any development is done. Then,
if a development is to go ahead, measures will be taken to remove these
animals and plants to safer locations. In short, they will be given new
homes, away from humans.
I suggest our Government look at what other countries are doing and
learn from that.
ESMALINA ISMAIL Harman, Australia |