Apex Predators: The Silent Guardians of Ecosystem Balance

Mexico City, May 31, 2025 – A recent video interview highlights the critical role of apex predators in maintaining healthy ecosystems. The discussion uses the example of a marine ecosystem, explaining how the removal of sharks disrupts the natural balance, leading to the overpopulation of sea lions, depletion of herbivorous fish, and ultimately, the death of coral reefs. "The shark regulates the population of sea lions, who in turn regulate the population of herbivorous fish," explains the interviewee. The video then connects this to the human impact on ecosystems, citing the disappearance of lynxes in Mexico's Desert of the Lions. The absence of lynxes, which previously hunted birds and squirrels, has led to an imbalance in the desert ecosystem. The video serves as a stark reminder of the interconnectedness of species and the importance of conservation efforts to maintain ecological balance. The video concludes with a thought-provoking question about human intelligence and our role in preserving the delicate balance of nature.