When people discover a beautiful and vibrant natural area, they often tend to ruin it by overusing and neglecting its well-being. The excitement and desire to enjoy such places can lead to destructive behaviors that harm the environment instead of preserving it.
As Carl Hiaasen highlights in "Flush," this tendency to ruin cherished natural spots is a common human reaction. He emphasizes that instead of protecting such fragile ecosystems, people often cause lasting damage, ultimately destroying the very essence of the places they treasure so much.