Crocodiles test the limits of a city in nature

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The flip side of dealing with wildlife depends on how receptive and comfortable we are with wild animals in our midst, and the extent to which we are willing to modify our routines and make concessions to have them as neighbours. I consider this the culture of coexistence.

We can happily share our environment with otters or macaques, especially if we minimise conflict with them. However, large apex predators are a different story. Wherever apex predators and people live together, there are attacks and, sadly, deaths.

Protecting rare species, nurturing healthy ecosystems, and enjoying the existence of wild animals are signs, many say, of a mature and empathetic society. A society we can be proud of. But with this outlook comes the reality that trees and animals, as enriching, beautiful and wondrous as they are, are not risk-free, especially when there are so many of us in such a compact home.

For qns on city living and the rights of animals....and protecting animal species, esp endangered ones...

Qn: How important is it to save plant and animal species which are in danger of extinction? (Cam. 2013)