species extinction crisis

The species extinction crisis refers to the ongoing loss of plant, animal, and insect species at an accelerating rate, primarily due to human activities such as habitat destruction, pollution, climate change, overfishing, and deforestation. As species decline or disappear, ecosystems lose their balance and resilience, which can affect everything from food production to climate regulation. This crisis threatens biodiversity, the variety of life on Earth, vital for the health of the planet and humanity’s well-being. Addressing it requires conservation efforts, sustainable practices, and global cooperation to protect remaining species and restore habitats.