For
Preserving species prevents ecosystem collapse.
Against
People struggling to survive must come first.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“We need to protect them in order to save the whole ecosystem.”
“The protection and management of endangered species colonies are critical to biodiversity and ecosystem health.”
“there is a need to strike a balance between conservation needs and people's livelihoods.”
“Why should I care about conserving tigers if they're actively killing my animals that I depend on for food and economical benefits.”