Ecological Concerns and Conservation Efforts
Deforestation is a huge problem in the taiga. Over-logging is an issue, but measures are being taken to prevent it. The Taiga Rescue Network, or TRN, is a Russian conservation program. They hope to stop the destruction by prohibiting logging in certain areas, taking part in activities that threaten the forests, and using timber from the forests. They have set up state protected areas that "prohibit all kinds of forestry operations, road construction, mining activities and, land reclamation and other activities that could change the hydrological regime".
Another issue is that the grizzly bear, a top consumer in the food chain, is endangered. Luckily, sanctuaries and refuges such as the Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary have been set up in hopes of protecting these animals. They have strict policies against hunting and limited public access to make the location safe.
Hopefully we can conserve the taiga through these programs and more.
Another issue is that the grizzly bear, a top consumer in the food chain, is endangered. Luckily, sanctuaries and refuges such as the Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary have been set up in hopes of protecting these animals. They have strict policies against hunting and limited public access to make the location safe.
Hopefully we can conserve the taiga through these programs and more.