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Be aware and make
others aware about the values, functions, uses and attributes of
such ecosystems.
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Create local
database for information on wetlands, wildlife, natural
resources and endangered, rare and vulnerable species.
Particularly learn about local species.
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Avoid unnecessary
environmental damage.
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Create and support
local conservation groups and discourage poaching activities.
Joining conservation groups would help you learn more about
local, regional and global wetlands issues.
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Enhance public
consciousness by carrying environmental conservation messages
amongst colleagues, friends, neighbours and relatives.
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Take care of the
plants and plant more trees & shrubs. Protect wildlife
habitats.
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Learn about man
and biosphere relations, role of man for environmental
management. Also learn about ecosystems and sustainability.
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Reduce pressure on
natural sources of water by suitably recycling and reusing waste
waters.
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Monitor local
water systems to ensure they are not misused, polluted and used
as sinks for waste.
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Keep vigilant for
new projects in your area and ask about possible pollution of
the environment. Also enquire about protective measures. This
will help in preserving the sensitive habitats.
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Understand and
make others to understand the threats, visible or invisible,
direct or indirect, manmade or natural that may lead to the
degradation and loss of such habitats.
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Teach others what
you know about natural ecosystems.
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Take time to visit
and explore the functions and the contribution of wetlands
towards human well being.
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Ask yourself and
others about the significance of wetlands for humans and other
living beings and what benefits you/they have been and are
deriving from the resource.
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Try to learn about
the birds including migratory waterfowl that have been
inhabiting the areas a couple of decades ago and are seen now.
Explore the reasons for change.
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Learn about the
source of water, status of biological resources, etc. in the
area.
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Resolve to find
out ways and means and to involve one and all for conservation,
protection and improvement of the habitat for you and other
living beings including migratory waterfowl.
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Do not throw
hazardous chemicals and solid wastes into water bodies. This
may endanger sensitive flora, fauna and even the human
populations dependant on the water body.
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Do not litter and
defecate along water courses. Major population of Punjab and
adjoining states is dependant on surface water sources for
drinking water.
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Do not burn
agrowastes- this could cause acid rains that may then cause
irreparable and unaccountable loss and damage to the terrestrial
as well as aquatic flora and fauna.
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Learn and make
others to learn about our environmental obligations for securing
safe and enjoyable surroundings for our descendants.
