This massive insect is vanishing, and chocolate may be the unexpected reason
Cocoa farming in West Africa is endangering Goliath beetles, which are crucial to their ecosystem. Deforestation for cocoa plantations in Côte d'Ivoire has led to a significant decline in their population. Conservationists emphasize preserving rainforests and engaging local communities to protect these beetles and their habitat, underscoring the urgent need for sustainable solutions.
Cocoa farming in West Africa is endangering Goliath beetles, which are crucial to their ecosystem. Deforestation for cocoa plantations in Côte d'Ivoire has led to a significant decline in their population. Conservationists emphasize preserving rainforests and engaging local communities to protect these beetles and their habitat, underscoring the urgent need for sustainable solutions.
