Dozen Quote by Victor Blanchard Scheffer
“Although Nature needs thousands or millions of years to create a new species, man needs only a few dozen years to destroy one.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The World of the Whale, 1978
Nature evolves slowly, yet humans can rapidly cause species extinction.
In simple terms: Humans can quickly destroy species.
Key Takeaway
Protect biodiversity urgently.
Themes
environment
extinction
human impact
Mood
urgent
concerned
Type
environmental
activist
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- activism
Key Concepts
conservation biology
anthropocene
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions can reduce human impact?
- How can societies balance progress and preservation?
A Different Perspective
Economic development often conflicts with conservation.
