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Humans have always depended on nature for survival. From the earliest times, people have hunted animals, caught fish, and collected plants for food, clothing, and medicinal purposes. This process of collecting or removing living organisms from their natural environment is called harvesting . It includes activities like fishing, hunting, logging, and gathering forest products. While harvesting is a natural part of human life, the way we do it today often puts considerable pressure on ecosystems and the species that inhabit them. What Is Harvesting of Species? Harvesting refers to the removal of a part of a natural population — whether it is fish, trees, or animals — for human use. When done carefully, it can be sustainable , meaning that the population has time to recover and continue to grow. However, when done without control or understanding, it becomes overharvesting, leading to population decline and, in some cases, extinction. Scientists and ecologists study harvesting t...