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The loss of species can have cascading effects on ecosystems from "summary" of The Sixth Extinction (10th Anniversary Edition) by Elizabeth Kolbert
Losing a single species may seem like a minor event, but in reality, it can trigger a chain reaction that reverberates throughout an entire ecosystem. Each species plays a unique role within the intricate web of life, and when one disappears, the effects can be far-reaching. Elizabeth Kolbert illustrates this concept by examining various case studies where the extinction of a particular species led to unforeseen consequences. For example, the decline of bat populations due to white-nose syndrome has disrupted insect populations, leading to an increase in crop damage and a subsequent decline in plant biodiversity. In another instance, the disappearance of sea otters resulted ...
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