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While some animals are thriving in a world without humans, others might actually be hurting during this lockdown. Some animals do indeed need a little human presence to survive, such as the sunflower bee, which relies on conservation efforts to protect their habitat.

Poaching during the pandemic is also a major concern in Africa without the usual security protecting the animals. And massive unemployment makes people more inclined to poach to feed their families.