Jane Goodall, a well-known ethologist and activist, is convinced that at the root of the pandemic there is a strong responsibility of man and his reckless choices
He is about to end up run over, his mother saves himWell-known ethologist and environmental activist Jane Goodall said in an interview that humans have a great responsibility in the emergence of the coronavirus pandemic.
Tomorrow April 22, Earth Day is celebrated, and on this occasion National Geographic will launch "Jane Goodall: The Great Hope", a documentary that chronicles the three decades of work of the researcher and activist, best known for her work with chimpanzees and more generally for his great commitment in favor of animals and the environment.
In an interview with Europa Press, Goodall made precise statements regarding the pandemic underway and our responsibility for what is happening:
"The destruction of nature and the lack of respect for the animals we share the planet with is what caused this pandemic"
According to the scientist, i wild animal markets in China where the new virus originated, they see the presence of creatures in overcrowding, which creates the "perfect conditions to blow up viruses" between different specimens and species.
"It is good that China closes live animal markets immediately and that there is a temporary ban that we hope will become permanent," Goodall added.
But it's not just about wet markets. This is how the expert summarizes the current situation, convinced that there will still be pandemics in the future:
“Forests are being destroyed by forest companies, human populations are growing and livestock moving, wild animals have less space. They merge. This carries virus "
The researcher, who has dedicated her life to studying chimpanzees, expressed concern about the possibility that the coronavirus also affects this species:
“In all of our shrines, those in charge wear gloves and masks and make sure the food and space are clean. We have one person a day who does not come close to the chimpanzees but remotely checks them for signs of disease "
Fortunately, however, the expert is at the same time convinced, as can also be seen from the title of her documentary, that there is still hope for the environment, animals and all of us.
Goodall lists some alarming signs such as "fires", "unpredictable weather patterns" or "severe storms" as a sign that the time to change course has indeed come. Nevertheless:
“Nature is resilient. And there is also the indomitable human spirit, people who seek the impossible and do not give up. I have seen totally destroyed places come back to life thanks to passionate people. These are my reasons for hoping ".
Reference source: Europa press
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