Pros and cons of conservation

Answer 1

Pros:

1. May possibly help in creating environmental security (a safety net for future species)

2. Would reduce the risk of pregnancy on the remaining female population

3. Would help propagate a species that has a difficult time reproducing in captivity

Cons:

1. Other animals that may have used this animal as a source of food may no longer exist thus causing an imbalance in the environment and possible overpopulation (long-term)

2. It's the least effective way to produce offspring- would eventually slow the rate of reproduction

3. It reduces the genetic diversity of that species

4. It's expensive and not a cure-all solution

Answer 2

While it is laudable to try to save animals that are endangered, the process of conservation can sometimes have adverse side effects. One side effect is other species may suffer while the conserved animal flourishes.

Answer 3

Pro - the conserved resource will last longer. Con - the resource will become more expensive.