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A Crowd of Problems Malta’s Nature is Facing Due to Overpopulation
submitted by Immaculate Conception School Tarxien : Rachael Gatt for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, School magazine, school media, website
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Articles
In this article, Rachael Gatt, discusses how Malta’s growing population is placing increasing pressure on the natural environment. As more buildings are constructed to accommodate residents and foreign workers, green spaces are disappearing and wildlife is losing its natural habitat. Traffic and other forms of pollution—such as emissions from factories, aircraft, and sea vessels—are damaging both animal and plant life through air and noise pollution. Although Malta still has beautiful beaches and nature reserves, many of these areas are becoming overcrowded, leading to littering, water pollution, and the disturbance of ecosystems. The article concludes by emphasising that while people continue to voice their opinions on overpopulation, Malta’s natural environment suffers in silence—highlighting the need for greater awareness and care to protect it.
Read MoreThe Bees’ home
submitted by Kullegg San Nikola – Skola Dun Manwel Attard Wardija : Karston Abdilla
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media
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One Take Photo Photos
This photo shows a bee hive made from beeswax. Bees build these small hexagon cells to store honey and to grow their young bees. The hive is the home of the colony, where thousands of bees live and work together. Bees are very important for nature because they pollinate many plants and crops. Protecting bees helps protect our environment and our food.
Camouflage
submitted by Kullegg San Nikola – Skola Dun Manwel Attard Wardija : Karston Abdilla
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media
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One Take Photo Photos
This photo shows a chameleon on a branch, blending in with the environment around it. Its colours help it hide and stay safe from predators. Animals like the chameleon need healthy natural habitats to survive, which is why protecting nature is important by not using pesticides.
Small pieces, big problem
submitted by Kullegg San Nikola – Skola Dun Manwel Attard Wardija : Karston Abdilla
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media
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Photos Staged Campaign Photo
This photo shows plastic and tiny pieces of microplastic collected during a beach cleanup. When plastic breaks into very small pieces, it does not disappear. These microplastics stay in the sand and water and can be eaten by animals. This photo reminds us that reducing plastic waste and cleaning our beaches helps protect the sea and its wildlife.
Read MoreGrowing strong
submitted by Kullegg San Nikola – Skola Dun Manwel Attard Wardija : Karston Abdilla
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media
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One Take Photo Photos
This photo shows healthy beetroot growing in the soil without the use of pesticides. Growing food naturally helps protect the soil, insects, and surrounding wildlife. It also shows how plants can grow strong with good care, water, and healthy soil. This image reminds us that sustainable farming practices can produce fresh and healthy food while also protecting the environment.


