Environment Debate Topics for Kids

81 debate topics, kids. Debatable motions with arguments for and against. Open the arguments below, pick one at random, or present them full-screen.

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1.
Nuclear energy is a net benefit to society
For
I'm disapointed that my opponent had to forfeit. In conclusion Nuclear Energy is cheaper than other energy sources, the waste is smaller and easier to manage than the waste of other energy sources, and Nuclear energy is perfectly safe as long as proper safety procedures as taken.
The Chernobyl plant was manned by untrained personal, was built in inadequate housing for a nuclear power plant and had poor safety standards.[1] About 30 died in the disaster with thousands of cases of cancer due to the disaster [1]. Since then there have been no deaths…
Against
In the catastrophic events such as Chernobyl disaster, the damage and cost are unbearable. German Environment Minister has stated that "potential human costs of atomic power make it unaffordable over the long term".Nuclear waste is increasing considerably and experts predict…
Nuclear energy used in reactors is not a benefit to the society because of its cost, health risks and waste problem. We need to find an alternative form of energy other than this energy.
2.
Endangered species should be protected
For
Humanity owes a moral responsibility to future generations
Aesthetics
Against
Human rights trump those of lower animals
The term "endangered" is inconsistently applied
3.
Human activity is the primary cause of global warming
For
Ok...good luck! Just to let you know, you have the easy side, so this will be a challenge for me!
Against
A pitty my opponent forfeited the roundextend my arguments
I see that this is your first debate so I welcome you. You say I have the easy side in which case I hope you enjoy a challenge. My basic arguments are as follows One thing that proponents of man made global warming rarely mention is the medieval warm period which was warmer…
4.
Renewable energy sources are better than fossil fuels
For
Sorry for the delay. I often do that.Argument:We will never run out of renewable resources, as they're always present, at least most of the time. I do concede that wind and solar energy aren't around 90% of the time. However, these aren't the only renewable resources. We have…
Both Fossil Fuels and Renewable Resources have their pros and cons. But for this debate, I'll argue that renewable resources (solar, wind, hydroelectric, etc) have more advantages than Fossil Fuels.
Against
We will never run out of renewable resources, as they're always present, at least most of the time. I do concede that wind and solar energy aren't around 90% of the time. However, these aren't the only renewable resources. We have more reliable resources, such as water and…
With the non-stop hype about blaming CO2 for the warming of the Earth, Renewable resources such as solar and wind have risen as potential substitutes for fossil fuels. However, the renewable energy sources are unreliable and much more expensive. "While raw forms of energy are…
5.
Zoos should be banned
For
Animals are born to be wild. Thankyou for the argument Puck but now I will rebutt. No I didn't decide to start this debate to "prove God" Did I say God created animals? NO. Animals are amazing creatures and to just go with the flow because zoos are trying to preserve animals…
Animals are born to be wild Hello and welcome to this debate. The topic of this debate is that zoo's should be banned. I as the pro side of this debate strongly agree with this topic. The arguments that i will be putting forward today are that. 1. animals weren't created to be…
Against
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"Did I say God created animals? NO" Created presupposes a creator. Zoos in general do not hold entire populations of a species in captivity, so stating they completely usurp natural progression is false. By the way, as humans, and being part of nature, then actions we perform…
6.
Households should pay directly for the waste they produce
For
Everyone should have easy access to recycling, it is a big priority in the modern world for people to recycle. Diapers and junk foods can be dealt with in many different ways like re-useable diapers that can be washed. There is currently not a way to easily dispose of waste…
obviously we should have to pay for our waste to be dealt with. i know it seems harsh but at the moment when we put out rubbish we do not completely think about where it is going. by paying for our waste to be landfilled we are encouraged to recycle more. i'm not saying we…
Against
I agree, everyone should have access to recycling, however there are many places that do not, far more than do in my honest opinion. Places like small towns/cities as well as many suburban areas and any place with low population. If you really do live in big cities and such…
The problem is not with people throwing away an over-abundant amount of trash, but rather the inefficient way that trash is exposed of afterward. If you really think that putting everyone's trash onto a a specific piece of land is healthy for the environment in any way…
7.
Killer whales should be exterminated
For
Now Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome back to The Pro. I feel like Pro has presented a stronger side for a few reasons. Con has given us only one reason why Killer Whales are good, he has only given us one reason why they are positive for their environment (That they decompose and…
Sorry for the wait deary. Killer Whales are an enormous burden on their environment Killer whales, ladies and Gentlemen, only take-take-take when it comes to their eco system. Being top carnivores they do not sustain any other animal by acting as food (unless you count the…
Against
Dear Pro, The Resolution is about exterminating killer whales, not that killer whales are good. Now lets look at your arguments, 1) Killer whales offer nothing to the environment This has been negated since killer whales, along with all other top-of-the-food-chain animals, die…
1) Killer whales and their role in the environment. Killer whales are at the top of the food chain, but even the Pro beings up the fact that once those whales die that decomposers digest the whales, recycle the nutrients and organic substances back into the environment, and…
8.
Zoos are bleak prisons for animals
For
Maybe their free to run around the zoo but not beyond that. Wild animals crave blood. They are taken from their natural habitats and put in cages to be seen by other people as entertainment and for study.
In the Merriam-Webster dictionary it also states that the word prison as a noun means a state of confinement or captivity. Key word captivity. I did look the word prison up multiple times before I used the word.
Against
My arguments have been up refuted. I have given a detailed history and explanation of the zoos behind the scenes. My opponent has provided you with nothing. I ask you all to vote in my favor.
Well in that case this is totally debatable. I will be taking the side that animals in zoos are not in bleak prisons. For my first card of evidence, I would like to present this picture of a peacock enjoying his zoo http://1.bp.blogspot.com... And of course, how could we ignore…
9.
Grocery stores should ban plastic bags
For
Well sometimes children can get to things that are far away or put up. True paper kills trees, but they don't rip as bad when you have milk or something very heavy. Some stores do not take bags that break that is the problem it depends where you live and what policies the store…
True, but if we throw away paper it is a lot better, for the simple fact that look at what is making all these paper bags. i mean these bags are basically made out of high polyethylene and not to mention they are harmful to children. The reusable bags that are mentioned take…
Against
-why would a children be able to get hold of one of the reusable bags or a plastic on with that it is the respoibity of the parent not the person who distributes the bags. - making paper requires cutting trees, using lots of energy and chemicals which spill into our eco-system…
A ban could also cause a switch to an undesirable substitute.I don't think that paper isn't a better option, neither are biodegradable bags. Simply using reusable bags is the best option and the best option amongst them are the jute/burlap bags. >jute/burlap bags are mini…
10.
Wolf hunting should be banned
For
I am only one person but i have come here to get people to understand why the wolfs need to be protected fro so called human hunters. . People are suppose to work togather but its not happening for the wolfs. . The wolfs have family as we all do. . They mate for life they are…
Against
. . We've got more rounds Pls continue on any of them you can.
I too have a love for wolves and I can certainly appreciate your concern for wildlife. Now I'm not sure why you refer to hunters as "so called human hunters. " It's not a phrase I'm familiar with but my impression is you meant humane hunters. So there are lots of references for…
11.
Killer whales should not be kept in captivity
For
I leave it to the voters.
The debate is over. I cannot allow another extension because the general structure of a debate does not allow additional points in the last round.
Against
they shouldn't be kept in captivity. how are killer whales dangerous? they are more of a threat by being locked up at sea world! haven't you heard trainers at sea world have died from killer whales because the killer whales are so depressed and crazy from being locked up in…
12.
Humans are cutting down too many trees
For
trees give us oxgin. we need to breth
yes but we need trees for oxygen and protect us from posan . the only reason there are homeless people is there are to much pepole so the trees get cut down stop deforestation
Against
apparently you decided to ignore my spelling suggestion. Future reference put a reasonable response time for the debate(reason why the round was forfeited). There are many trees still here, and trees can be replanted and grown again. We are not in a dire state to where people…
For starters if you could check you spelling before posting your second round argument. Also we definitely need more houses with all the homeless people who have none.
13.
Zoos do more good than harm for animals
For
website used- http://wiki.answers.com... They are the safest way to see animals. If it wasn't for zoos then some people would no see amazing creatures. Now there are a lot of animals in the zoo that are extinct in the wild. To protect the animals. website used-…
I encourage you to challenge me.
Against
In conclusion, zoos are bad for not only animals, but humans as well.
Arguments extended. I hope my opponent returns.
14.
Conservation efforts for giant pandas should end
For
You are correct I probably should have worded it better, I meant that we don't kill them ourselves instead we slowly but not instantly cut off the support and donations to pandas and divert it to more important endangered animals/plants like plankton and endangered fungi. If we…
Rules for the debate. * Try to support your argument with a bibliography and good grammar * Try to avoid cursing and insulting * This is nothing personal so try not to take offence Thank you for accepting my challenge. We should cut of most but not all support for pandas.
Against
So why are other animals more important than pandas? And also, pandas could be hunted when their population is a good range, so we could make fur banners and things.And besides, what's China supposed to do when Pandas do go extinct? Have a now extinct animal as a mascot? I'm…
Hopefully I don't run away this time! But your statement and the resolution are contradictory. The title says 'let them go extinct', but you don't want all support to run out?
15.
Recycling should be compulsory for all recyclable waste
For
Welcome to this debate on whether it should be compulsory to recycle recyclable material and waste.Round 1 is for defining the argument. I define compulsory as parallel with the law, recycle as either (a) deliver it to a place where it is recycled, or(b) recycle it yourself.I…
Thank you for your arguments in this debate. Yes, recycling plants do cost more than they save, but landfills, although quick and cheap, leave the left garbage produce METHANE which is 20 times more potent than carbon dioxide.My opponents arguments are in bold."Some things have…
Against
We as a country do a lot to try to recycle, but my opponent's suggestion that we should make an effort to legalize and punish those who do not recycle or reuse *everything* is absurd. There are many things that others can subjectively think are useful but it is irrational to…
Thanks to my opponent for his post: 1. Recycling plants cost more money than they save as a rule. Reusing waste requires work to restore them to usable condition. 2. Some things have a use, but in order to reuse it, we either have to do a lot of extra work, a lot of extra…
16.
Zoos are inhumane to the animals they hold
For
Hello again I said Inhuman, yes I know. Do you know what "inhuman" means? I think not. "Lacking human qualities of compassion and mercy; cruel and barbaric" "lacking qualities of sympathy, pity, warmth, compassion, or the like; cruel; brutal: an inhuman master. " "Lacking…
First off I feel like I should point out that inhuman has multiple meanings (both of which do have relevance to the topic, they were just used in the wrong context). 1.) Lacking human qualities of compassion and mercy; cruel and barbaric. 2.) Not human in nature or character. I…
Against
Is this debate a joke to you, you didn't even make an effort to refute anything I wrote. You said: "I said Inhuman, yes I know. Do you know what "inhuman" means? I think not." When I started this debate(round 1) I immediatly said: "I'm in favor of zoo's and look forward to…
Since my opponent is using a fallacy to swing the debate in his favor, I feel I have no option but to make this round for refutation.[1] You said: "I may have got the word wrong as what I meant was inhumane which means: 1.) without compassion for misery or suffering; cruel. and…
17.
Fish are important to the world
For
Hello, I will now finish off theawesomeguy2 and win the debate. BTW, that guy copied my name, and he's a friend, so yeah. For my rebuttal of his first point, he stated that fish are completely useless. Not true! Fish help the economy, they help animals and the Eco-system, they…
Hello. For my next two points, my first point is that fish affect the food chain. Think about it. Without any fish what-so-ever, what will dolphins, shark, and just about 300 more animals eat? Fish are one of the most important species in the world. For my second point, fish…
Against
Hello. Time for me to post my rebuttal's and win. For my opponents first point, they stated that fish help the economy. Sure they do, but the economy wouldn't change that much if we lost the fish in the world. If it does, the government can just print of thousand of billions of…
For my next two points, we don't need fish because if every fish in the ocean and seas died, we could take out all the water and make land for generations to come for humans. This is useful because everyone knows that humans are going to overpopulate. We could of also found…
18.
Breeding white tigers in captivity should be banned
For
Breeding white tigers has no conservation value
Nearly all White Tigers born in captivity are born with birth defects...
Against
White Tigers are a miracle...
Could this be seen as tiger racism?
19.
Global warming is not an urgent issue
For
Sea level
Many factors involved.
Against
The scale of the problem
Nature will adapt better than we will
20.
Humans are the main cause of most animal extinctions
For
Sorry for not specifying but humans didn't even exist at the time of the dinosaurs. Anyway, lets get started on some reasons, shall we. Reason number 1: over hunting and or fishing. A species that met this sad fate was called the Tasmanian Tiger. Farmers were upset that they…
I'm not talking about the dinosaurs, I'm talking about creatures like the dodo. anyway, first I'm going to share the sad story of the Passenger Pigeon, a creature that WOULD be alive today if it wasn't for humans... http://www.damninteresting.com... This sad story indicates…
Against
There is a few problems with my opponents arguments. 1. The resolution is being argued by him. He has yet to make an argument that supports his resolution. 2. Even if humans we do change the resolution to; Humans caused most of the animal extinctions, since they began to exist…
Your sad story does nothing to affirm your resolution. We are debating whether humans are responsible for most animal's extinctions. Your premise is that it's sad humans caused the extinction of the dodo. However, sad it might be, it only proves humans are responsible for the…
21.
Preventing species extinction should be a global priority
For
"The extinction of species is part of the nature, so there is no point for human to make efforts to protect endagered speicies." Oh yeah ? So why not extend this concept further and include weak humans too ? I mean we should be killing off humans that have disabilities, after…
Ok, then allow me to convince you of what you say you already know, which is that we should strive to protect all species from extinction. You argue: "'The 'balance' of nature is a myth, everything changes, natural selection is inevitable. We can try to save species, but in the…
Against
"As many life forms are harmful to human well-being, it is downright silly to say we should preserve the world's biodiversity. We want to exterminate Aids viruses, bacteria that cause tuberculosis, malaria plasmodia that kill millions of children annually, and countless other…
The extinction of species is part of the nature, so there is no point for human to make efforts to protect endagered speicies. "-since the whole idea behind the natural process is to kill off the weak to allow the strong to survive." 'No species on earth would put the interest…
22.
Humans are primarily responsible for global warming
For
Never mind about this debate. It was a stupid debate for me to put.
Website 1: You can see increasing temperatures all around the globe from now a century and a half ago to now. The Earth's average temperature has risen more than 1 degree Fahrenheit (0.8 degrees Celsius) over the last century, and about twice that in parts of the Arctic. What…
Against
Haha, well it was fun. Good luck in your next debate.
Well, if you were to look at the atomic mass of a cat, oh which over the last many year, has never changed. If we were to let say look at carbon dating, if global warming was real, it would have had to of changed at lest .000879, of which it has not. We can also look at other…
23.
Helium balloons and blimps should be banned
For
I am not suggesting that countries need to have communist or dictatorship regimes in order to take an active interest in conserving non-renewable resources. All developed countries, regardless of their political structure, already have laws addressing protection, conservation,…
Helium balloons, blimps, and other frivolous uses of helium should be banned / legally outlawed. Helium gas is so light that much of it escapes earth's atmosphere completely and goes off into outer space impossible to recover. Helium is not a renewable resource and cannot be…
Against
That was a very impressive speech! I thank you for this good opportunity to test my skills, and I hope the voting process (as I have never voted before) is fair.I will first rebut a few points made by my opponent. First off I was not insinuating that a country must be communist…
Hello, my name is minddrag and it is very nice to meet you. I look forward to a good and challenging debate against you, on this topic. First off, I would like to point out that many countries in the world are not communist, nor are they run by a dictatorship. This means that…
24.
Conservation efforts to save giant pandas are not worthwhile
For
It is a scientific fact that pandas are already hopeless as a species. Other than issues with breeding that I discussed earlier, their main food is not very nutritious and they are extremely susceptible for various diseases. My opponent has very rightfully pointed out that they…
Yes, they're incredibly cute and cuddly but that is NOT a valid reason for the zoo of Edinburgh to spend millions of pounds annually in keeping them alive... Especially, in this economic state. The truth is, all around the world, conservatives have become obsessed with keeping…
Against
Raya states that 99% of species are extinct, and this is true. In fact, all species are bound for extinction. However, saying that this fact alone means we should let them go extinct without a fight is like saying that we shouldn't have hospitals because all people are going to…
Chris Packham does not seem to understand evolution on a basic level. He is, by the way, also in support of letting tigers die out because poaching has made them "worth more dead than alive." But at any rate, his claims that pandas are doomed is ridiculous. Raya is simply…
25.
Governments should ban single-use plastic bags
For
Plastic bags kill marine life. A researcher at the Stradbroke research centre found 2 plastic bags and bits of balloon inside a dead turtle after opening it's stomach to see what was inside. This is outrageous and must be prevented. Turtle may become extinct because of eating…
Against
All points extended.
Contention 1: They are better than paper bags on average.First, the city of San Francisco tried the policy that you are proposing and they have failed. ( http://www.huffingtonpost.com...) This has costed the city a total of $48,000. San Francisco charges customer's 10 cents per…
26.
Gnats should be eradicated
For
My brother had an SNES but he would never let me play it. On account of my skin disease. But it's not my fault my mom was attracted to zoo animals and ultimately hooked up with a zebra from the traveling circus. I like the circus though. At first I started going to the circus…
Back when I was a wee lad, playing in the local school yards and such, there used to be these large swarms of bugs. No, not bugs - GNATS. Friggin gnats. What is their purpose? I mean, I know... they're scavengers bugs which eat up rotting flesh blah blah blah, save me the…
Against
Looks like the gnats finally finished the job. Darwin was right, God hates whiny zebras.
I empthize with your loss. But this issue isn't as black-and-white as a decomposing zebra.My Gnat Ecosystem Management System (or NEMS for short) is designed to prey upon the gnat's natural instincts and appetite for rotting flesh. No gnat can resist foul odors eminating from…
27.
Electric cars should be a priority against global warming
For
Thanks for the definition and argument. "Pro offered no alternative to my interpretation of "given a priority" so I assume he accepts it. So far, Pro has not said what he would do to give electric cars a priority, perhaps a subsidy or mandate, nor has he offered any evidence…
An electric car is a type of alternative fuel that uses electric motor instead of a internal combustion engine. This debate will focus on the question: Should electric cars be a priority in plans to fight global warming? Are electric cars helpful in fighting global warming?…
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I hope Pro and any readers are enjoying the debate. I think the discussion is worthwhile.What does"giving a priority" mean?I asked Pro what he meant by "giving a priority" to electric cars, how much it would cost, and what result would be achieved. So far, he has said nothing…
DefinitionsAn "electric car" is a car powered by electricity. That's consistent with, "An electric vehicle or EV, by definition will use an electric motor for propulsion rather than being powered by a gasoline-powered motor." http://inventors.about.com... Pro's references…
28.
Animals should not be kept in zoos
For
So most animals aren't necessarily taken from their environment. Most of them are born there and get used to being fed and would never survive in the wild. It is good that the zoo keepers are keeping them then to help them live. The parents most of the time are the ones that…
Yes, I agree that some zoos don't let animals back into the wild yet most do. After an animal is nursed back to health most of the time they let it go. Also it may seem bad that animals are trapped in these cages, I get that, but you have to remember that these animals are…
Against
True but the animal will get to happy around a human and when its time to let them go they wont want to. What animal wants to be put on display for humans to see. A cage is no where near as big as the wild. There is still food out there and animals can find it. Keeping an…
I understand that you think Nursing them back to health is a good idea but when we finished with that we put them in cages. I say about 0.6% of the time animals are released into the wild. Yes we are doing good by nursing them back to health but we never let them go home.…
29.
Solar power is better than gas power
For
Kirby Dance!!!
You spelled win wrong. And by the way, I new I was going to win
Against
I already know that solar will winn so good job Hummus123
I already know that solar will winn so good job Hummus123
30.
Solar energy should be expanded as a main power source
For
This debate will discuss the perks and flaws of solar energy. #1: The first round is for acceptance. #2: The second round will shortly discuss the qualities of solar energy. #3: The third round will revolve around the reasons that make solar panels and efficient or inefficient…
Clean Energy Source:Solar panels are not a standard energy source and as such, they have one really important feature that differentiates them from the rest of the energy systems commonly used today.Solar panels are completely eco-friendly and once they are installed, they do…
Against
Initial Installation Cost:The price of solar panels is a big drawback that makes most families reconsider their choice and get back to conventional energy sources. The cost of a single, high-quality solar panel can go up to $1000 and large household usually require two or three…
Thanks for challenging me to this debate, Scott. I will debate against solar energy and the use of solar panels in the households and commercial buildings. I'm excited to get this debate started.
31.
Wolves are the best animals
For
A pack of wolves can be dropped most places and adapted. If you take a snow leopard and drop it in Africa it will shortly die the heat is too much for them. Take a pack of lions move them to the cold they will die. Wolves move them to the cold they will hunt and not be touched…
Wolves are the BEST out of all the animals
Against
I win
This is not true. If you put a pack of wolves in let's say, Africa, they would not know what prey to go after. Wolves have strategies to hunt elk and deer. They have no strategy to hunt wildebeest, zebras, or antelope. Also, the wolves would more than likely be killed by the…
32.
Zoos should be banned permanently
For
Do zoos save species from extinction? Nope, once an animal is in a zoo it quickly loses its instinct and ability to survive in the wild. Absolutely mundane to put animals in zoos. No species can be saved by zoos, their offspring have no ability to survive in the wild. Do zoos…
Zoos take animals out of protected parks in their natural habitat. Most zoos get their exotic animals not from highrisk zones were they can be poached, but from protected national parks. This means we have an animal leaving a park were it can reproduce and eventually re-enter…
Against
Pro states that zoos gather their animals from protected parks and their natural habitat, but offers no evidence to back this claim. The truth is that zoos gather their animals from other zoos who have an excess of animals, or from areas that have an abundance of the species…
In this debate, I will argue that zoos should not be indefinitely banned. My argument will comprise of four main points: the joy they bring, the protection to endangered species they offer, their benefits to society, and their rightful place in society. Simply put, zoos create…
33.
Humans are the main cause of animal extinction
For
1.Ever since man came busting out of the last Ice Age 11,000 years ago, armed with sharpened sticks, traps, and snares, he has had a nasty habit of wreaking havoc on plants and animals. The first time he swept across North America, man wiped out saber-tooth cats, mastodons,…
Historians and philosophers agree that since the development of agriculture, human beings have had an effect on the natural habitat of many plant and animal species. As many as 6,000 species are disappearing each year from deforestation,a number grater than before man appeared…
Against
Pro has conceded all 7 arguments/examples of things that have led to the extinction of animals in the recent or distant past that have not been related or caused by human activity.
I will argue that people are A reason for extinction of animals, not THE reason for the extinction of animals. Evidence: (1-6) Other means of extinction includes: 1) Sudden or drastic climate change such as an ice age 2) Meteor impacts (like what happened to the Dinosaurs) 3)…
34.
Bottled water should be phased out
For
People believe the marketing hype too much
Its no better for you.
Against
Invaluable for aid in natural disasters/famine
They don't leak into my bag at college
35.
Countries should work to halt global warming
For
This is the final round of the debate, so I'm just going to go over some overarching themes and arguments as well as give my reasons for voting for me in this debate. Frauds and Poor methodology: Even with the provision of new evidence about China and South Korea in his…
Methodology of surface station experiments: I'm not saying that my opponent's evidence is inherently faulty. He certainly brings up a good point. However, the conclusion that he comes up to doesn't make sense at all. The methodology of the United States is flawed, so every…
Against
My opponents case goes as follows:1. Global warming is an issue (exists and is man made)2. Global warming causes disasters and hurts the economy. Now, my arguments on (2) proved environmental regulation bad. Further, (1) is the most important issue. If 1 is proven not to exist,…
Fraud, methods My computer deleted my argument, so excuse me if my arguments are mainly quotes and me rushing, I will make a final appearance last round. "Regions of the world that exhibit significant warming over recent decades is likely the result of a robust urban heat…
36.
Killer whales should not be kept in captivity
For
There very dangerous ok.
Reports say they don't want to hit there heads. they do it because there use to swimming freely with open space. Killer whales are very dangerous creatures. all sea world is trying to do is to protect me and you.
Against
I agree with you but do you realise that you are supposed to be going for killer whales being kept in captivity and I'm against. did you know that the killer whales in sea world are so depressed that they repetitively hit there head on the wall to kill themselves this has…
what are you talking about soccer? can u leave my debate ur wasting my and other peoples time be more considerate!
37.
Protecting the environment is crucial to human survival
For
And... I still await my opponent's response! Though I won't get another opportunity to state my case. I don't think, however, that I need say anything, even if my opponent does get to have the last word, or, as his behaviour indicates, the last forfeit.
I believe I might should have specified "No trolling," and specified "Arguments must be comprehensible." This will be an interesting debate.Now, since I have very little idea what you just said, I shall make my case as if you had said something completely rational and…
Against
Indeed the enviorment is crucial however due to population our dependance on forien fuel and just general sin against natures resources,makinds lives ,still screaming grow production, population, industry. wars over land with resources you tell a good tree by fruit , corrupt…
38.
Aquariums do more harm than good
For
Ok just to make sure you have been to one right? If so have you've gone to the zoo? Are they the same (zoos and aquariums)? And think what is the reason people trap the fish (or beautiful animal in your case). Where the people trying to purposely harm them? 1) "when even when…
If you know so much have you been to one?
Against
First off I do not understand why this is relevant, but to answer your question. Yes, I have been to an aquarium. It was honestly inspirational. It inspired me to get all of those creature out of there. They are intelligent and beautiful creatures. Humans are too, but are we…
Pfft.....yeah they are soooo taken care of better in aquariums. Ok let me get my list going. It's gonna be long just FYI 1) When you go to an aquarium and you start to look and stare at the fish, you are actually pressuring and scaring them. Kids are told not to tap at fish…
39.
All zoos should be banned
For
i agree
This house believes that we should ban zoos on global scale as it has been proved that animals in captivity live for less time than animals in the wild. Some zoos are also trying to conserve the animal and help it to regain its numbers however keeping animals in captivity is…
Against
I am going to continue pretending that you have not submitted to my superior intellectual power. It is now time to rip apart your arguments. Your point about animals being proven to live for less time in captivity is completely false. Take the African Lion. In the wild it lives…
This house believes that we should not even stop to consider banning zoos on a national scale, let alone a global one. This question is one that has been contemplated since the first menagerie in 3500 BCE yet we are still trying to figure out the answer. But, without question,…
40.
Zoos are harmful to animals
For
First off yes zoos might be helping those animals but they also have them domesticated and constantly gawked at it - is not our job to play god if an animal dies it dies its the circle of life - they would not have to "save" these animals if humans weren't destroying their…
this was supposed to be an argument but you are just stating the same things just worded differently. I understand that in the wild they are in danger but we as humans everyday live in fear for our lives; anything could happen but do you see us taken care of in sanctuaries. It…
Against
My first argument has gone unchallenged. I will be writing two of my points for round 3. I wish to address these points today: 1)Zoos Protect Animals From the Dangers of the Wild 2)Animals Live Longer in the Zoo than in the Wild There are many dangers in the wild, Especially if…
Thank you to KMS2003 for being my opponent in this debate. I greatly appreciate it. If you have any inquiries please ask me. In my opening statement I said I would have 3 main arguments. Just in case you have forgotten they are: 1)Zoos help breed animals 2)Zoos protect animals…
41.
Critically endangered animals should be moved to sanctuaries
For
Their Benefit and ImportanceAccording to Scientific American, tons of wildlife reserves are actively trying to increase dwindling populations of endangered animal species. Several across North America participate in the 'Association of Zoos and Aquarium's Species Survival Plan…
I will be arguing that critically endangered animals (close to extinction) should be sent to animal sanctuaries.
Against
I see, as I said before and as you stated Just now your thinking is predicated on the humanitarian notion that people should take responsibility for another species extinction " "almost all of the major reasons for animal extinction are because of humans". I am willing to…
I do not agree. I accept that your thinking is predicated on the humanitarian notion that people should collectively take responsibility for the calamity"s befalling minorities but that should not now apply to other species.
42.
Only charismatic animals should be protected under the Endangered Species Act
For
"They are so big and one dropped one on me the other day, and then just last week, a whale was leaning on me when all of a sudden it decided to snuff it. I was crushed."Dont call your mother a whale, that is an insult to the size of whales. " sunglasses are really dumb because…
"Endangered animals are so annoying and we should just let them die."Well Justin Bieber fangirls can be annoying too but that doesnt mean we should let them die.Bad example, let me try againBarack Obama haters can be annoying too but that doesnt mean we should let them die.…
Against
con is so dumb............................................................................................................................................... " Well Justin Bieber fangirls can be annoying too but that doesnt mean we should let them die.Bad example, let me try…
P*nis-lovin' Pro says: There are several dozen animals on the endangered species list, some of which include the Chinese Giant Salamander, the kakapo, the saiga, the goliath frog, the malaysian tapir, the catarina pupfish, and several other animals you probably never heard of.…
43.
Climate change poses an existential threat to humanity
For
We should reduce our use of fossil fuels anyway
It will affect everybody
Against
NO. It has become a new and fashionable way of attacking capitalism
The effects of climate change will not necessarily be bad
44.
Overpopulation is a major cause of global warming
For
See the topic is Overpopulation is one of the cause for global warming , I am not saying that overpopulation is the main cause for global warming . Ans ( LOL ) you are saying that global warming not exist . ( I do that by showing that Over population does not exist as well as…
See ...... the debate ain't on is there overpopulation on the globe / universe .. Secondly ...... let me revise you ...... food , clothing and shelter are the basic needs of a human being ... Hence .... more human beings = more shelters , more shelters = destroying of nature…
Against
Then for your kind information Global Warming is the one of the main environmental problem the globe is facing as the ozone layer is depleting because of that . That is incorrect, because Global Warming is the increasing of Earth's temperature due to the thickening of Earth's…
See ...... the debate ain't on is there overpopulation on the globe / universe ..You don't realize that the debate topic that we're debating is Resolved: Over Population is one of the cause for Global Warming. Which means I have to debate that over population isn't causing…
45.
Invasive species should be killed to protect ecosystems
For
We caused the problem, it is our responsibility to fix it.
An unnatural situation requires an artificial solution.
Against
The more new extinctions their are the less diverse our world is.
Taken to its logical extreme...
46.
Zoos do more good than harm for animals
For
How do sanctuaries have more open space than zoos? My opponent offers no evidence to support this.
Still, endangered animals can be greatly saved from being completely destroyed in these zoos. They can repopulate, and harmed animals cna heal their wounds in the zoos. Not only so, zoos bring economic benefits to the government.
Against
Endangered animals would be better suited to be in a sanctuary where they will have more open spaces and better environment for them to relax and get treated. Zoos will keep them cramped in a tiny space which is not what they need to get better. Animals should not be forced to…
When thinking about animal rights, we do not have to right to capture, breed and confine animals, even if they happen to be endangered. Animals are not meant to be confined and paraded around for the world to see. Animals kept in zoos can feel confinement and suffer from…
47.
Mosquitoes are good for the ecosystem
For
They just need the blood to populate they may be small but they have lives too it's not just because their bugs that makes them annoying its that you choose to think they are annoying because of there will to survive.
Mosquitos are good but humans don't realize it when they suck your blood there not trying to hurt you there just trying to stay alive but then humans go killing them all the time so carelessly and people just think that us humans lives are worth more than the Mosquitos lives…
Against
Who really cares if misquitos stay alive or if they die. They dont provide any help to the ecosystem. Why should we worry about them not getting enough blood to survive?
Misquitos are very bad cause they make bumps and make your skin itchy. Imagine having all of your blood sucked up by a mosquito. Then you would die and mosquitos would be murders. This is why mosquitos are bad.
48.
Cormorant populations should be culled
For
I won
Opponant ff, I WIN
Against
Planning on visiting Canada for your next vacation? After you hear this, You might think twice. Doug Ford and the Ontario government (as you probably know, Ontario is a province in Canada) have passed a law that allows hunters to shoot mother, Father, And baby chick…
49.
Deforestation does more harm than good
For
I'm arguing that deforestation is a bad thing.
I see my opponent has not learned to specify his argument. you stated that "deforestation is good (at least to human)" but you see the argument is not "is deforestation bad for humans" it is just is deforestation is bad. so lets look at the facts shall we. economical:…
Against
Yes, sorry. Round 1 was acceptance. Now for Round 2. I want to thank Debatefox for accepting this debate. Here's what I have to say about deforestation: If you've ever played Minecraft, you would know that wood is probably the most important resource you can find. You need wood…
I claim that deforestation is NOT a bad thing in today's society. Waiting for a Contender.
50.
Zoos should replace cages with natural safari-style enclosures
For
Opponent has forfeited.
The larger enclosures should try to closely mimic the size of their daily roaming habits. Mountain Lions, for example, can travel 25 miles at night. [1] I admit that such a size would be impractical at best, but no enclosure should be smaller than half of their average roaming…
Against
Hello! You have not specified the size of the enclosures.... However, animals are in safari like enclosures. They aren't kept entirely in metal gates... There's plants and dirt and all of that kind of stuff in the current enclosures. Zoos are doing a great job with natural…

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