Africa’s iconic wildlife populations—from lions to elephants and rare birds—have plummeted by 76% over the past 50 years, according to a WWF-Kenya report released today. The study, part of the 2024 Living Planet Report, paints a stark picture of biodiversity loss driven by habitat destruction, climate change, and human activity.
What’s Behind the Crisis?
Researchers identified six key culprits: habitat loss, overhunting, pollution, invasive species, disease, and yes, the climate crisis. Savannahs, forests, and rivers are shrinking, leaving animals like rhinos and cheetahs with fewer safe spaces.
A Call for ‘Transformative Action’
WWF-Kenya stressed that this isn’t just about saving animals—it’s about protecting ecosystems millions rely on for food and income. \"Without urgent steps, we risk irreversible damage,\" the report warns.
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