Ethical interventions

Should we intervene in nature to solve a problem? Explore five real-life problems where humans have intervened in nature and share what you think.

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Three screenshots from the interactive "Ethical Interventions" that explores whether humans should intervene in nature. The first screenshot shows an otter with the question, "Should we intervene in nature to solve a problem?" followed by an invitation to explore five case studies. The second screenshot shows a timeline of the introduction of cane toads to Australia. The third screenshot shows a poll shows how readers answered the question, "Should we reintroduce a species where it used to live?"

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Ethical reflection: Students practice their ethical reasoning skills using the case studies presented in the media. They explore the question: Should humans intervene in nature?

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