Animals Quote by Ken Ham
““Let’s not forget another major factor to animal distribution — humans! Humans have been involved since the Flood. In fact, due to the ark, land animals and birds exist today. Although rats had already traveled to many parts of the world, by the age of exploration (a.d. 1400–1800), these stowaways were easily distributed around the world in all the European exploits and trade. They were commonplace on most ships and ended up all over the world because men accidentally transported them. Think how many insects were surely taken to various places in the same manner. Throughout history, people have brought plants and animals to new locations, and those organisms have become permanent populations, interacting with the original creatures. For example, it is claimed that the Romans brought pheasants (members of the chicken kind) to England, and they have since been regular inhabitants of various habitats. In fact, the Romans redistributed organisms from one side of the Roman Empire to the other.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Creationist Lecture, 2010
Human activity has long shaped where species live, often unintentionally spreading them worldwide.
In simple terms: People move animals and plants, changing ecosystems.
Key Takeaway
Recognize human impact on biodiversity.
Themes
environment
history
human influence
species distribution
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
educational
historical
When to use this quote
- Trade routes
- colonial expansion
- modern transport
- urban development
Key Concepts
Ecology
invasive species
anthropogenic change
Questions to Reflect On
- How have your daily choices affected local wildlife?
- What responsibilities do we have for introduced species?
A Different Perspective
Human‑driven spread can harm native species and ecosystems.
