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Sometimes, hikers enjoy viewing rare or endangered species. However, some species (such as [[marten]]s or [[bighorn sheep]]) are very sensitive to the presence of humans, especially around mating season. Hikers should learn the habits and habitats of the endangered species, in order to avoid adverse impact. | Sometimes, hikers enjoy viewing rare or endangered species. However, some species (such as [[marten]]s or [[bighorn sheep]]) are very sensitive to the presence of humans, especially around mating season. Hikers should learn the habits and habitats of the endangered species, in order to avoid adverse impact. | ||
There is one situation where an individual hiker can make a large impact on an ecosystem: inadvertently starting a [[wildfire]]. For example, in [[2005]], a [[Czech people|Czech]] backpacker burned 7% of [[Torres del Paine]] | There is one situation where an individual hiker can make a large impact on an ecosystem: inadvertently starting a [[wildfire]]. For example, in [[2005]], a [[Czech people|Czech]] backpacker burned 7% of [[Torres del Paine]] National Park in Chile by knocking over an illegal gas [[portable stove]]. Obeying area regulations and setting up cooking devices on bare ground will reduce the risk of wildfire. | ||
== Etiquette of hiking == | == Etiquette of hiking == | ||
