Biodiversity is decreasing rapidly on Earth from "summary" of The 6th Extinction by Elizabeth Kolbert
The world is losing species at an alarming rate, a phenomenon that scientists refer to as the "sixth extinction." The rate of extinction today is estimated to be 1,000 times higher than the natural background rate. This rapid loss of biodiversity is driven by various factors, including habitat destruction, climate change, pollution, and overexploitation.
The consequences of this decline in biodiversity are far-reaching and profound. As species disappear, ecosystems become less resilient and more vulnerable to disturbances. This loss of biodiversity can have cascading effects, leading to the collapse of entire ecosystems. In addition, many species play crucial r...
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