Climate Change and Its Impact on Biodiversity
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📅 3/3/2026
Introduction to Climate Change
Rising global temperatures by 1°C since 1880
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Rising Temperatures and Ecosystem Disruption
- Polar ice caps melting at a rate of 13% per decade
- Changes in species migration patterns
- Disruption of food chains and nutrient cycles
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Consequences for Biodiversity
- Up to 30% of species at risk of extinction by 2050
- Loss of coral reefs and marine ecosystems
- Shift in distribution of invasive species
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Human Activities Contributing to Climate Change
- Greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels
- Deforestation and land-use changes
- Agricultural practices and livestock production
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Urgent Action Needed
- International cooperation and policy changes
- Transition to renewable energy sources
- Individual actions and lifestyle changes
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