Since 1970, 73% of global wildlife has been lost, while the world's population has doubled to 8 billion. Research shows this isn't a coincidence but that population growth is causing a catastrophic decline in biodiversity.

Since 1970, 73% of global wildlife has been lost, while the world’s population has doubled to 8 billion. Research shows this isn’t a coincidence but that population growth is causing a catastrophic decline in biodiversity.

Our research demonstrates that biodiversity recovery needs to be actively managed, especially in depopulating areas.

  • JubilantJaguar@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    11 days ago

    By 2100, the human population is on course for global decline. Some say this will be good for the environment.

    The circumspection is irrational to the point of comedy. Alas I struggled to take the rest of the article seriously.