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    Scientists discuss mass extinction

    • Last Update: 2021-08-17
    • Source: Internet
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    Scientists from many countries published a research report in the latest issue of the American "Science" magazine, saying that although the earth’s biodiversity is at the peak of its 3.


    The report stated that 320 species of terrestrial vertebrates have died out since 1500, and the remaining vertebrates have decreased by an average of 25% in species abundance


    The author of the report believes that, unlike the previous five mass extinctions, the possible new round of mass extinctions is related to the loss of habitats and global climatic conditions caused by human activities


    For example, in an experiment conducted in Kenya, researchers prevented large animals such as zebras and giraffes from entering an enclosed area to observe how the ecosystem there changes


    As for the impact of the decrease in invertebrate populations on humans, the report analyzes that 75% of the world’s food crops are pollinated by insects.


    The research team composed of scholars from the United States, Britain and other countries said that reducing the destruction of biological habitats, controlling the overexploitation of the environment, and raising awareness of the new round of species extinctions that are taking place and their impact on humans are all helpful.


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