The construction of a 115-mile wall along the Polish-Belarusian border in 2022 has drastically impacted local wildlife, particularly the lynx population, which has been left stranded and faces genetic bottlenecks. This wall not only dissects the lynx habitat but also affects bison, wolves, and elk populations. The trend of increasing border fortifications globally poses significant threats to wildlife, as barriers hinder migration and contribute to environmental degradation. Researchers highlight the urgency for ecological measures, like peace corridors, to protect animal movement amidst escalating human conflicts and border militarization.
The abrupt construction of a 115-mile wall along the Polish-Belarusian border has created a genetic bottleneck for the lynx population and disrupted various species.
The rapid rise in global border walls, now at 74 compared to just 6 in 1989, has serious implications for wildlife and ecosystems worldwide.
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