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A new study co-authored by a University of Pretoria conservation scientist argues that widely cited claims of catastrophic global wildlife decline may overstate biodiversity loss in Africa
AFRICA

University of Pretoria study challenges ‘70% wildlife decline’ narrative

A new study co-authored by a University of Pretoria conservation scientist argues that widely cited claims of catastrophic global wildlife decline may overstate biodiversity loss…

  • Sheree Bega
8 min read
The planet is becoming increasingly hostile for wildlife, with new research indicating a 69% decline in populations worldwide.
CONSERVATION

Living Planet Index: Wildlife populations have declined by 69% since 1970

The index warns that if the world breaches the 1.5°C global warming threshold, the climate crises will be the prevalent reason for biodiversity loss

  • Lesego Chepape
3 min read