20% of world’s migratory species in danger of extinction: UN report
The United Nations’ first-ever report on migrating animals, released on Monday, reveals that one in five of the world’s migrating species face extinction due to climate change and human activities.
Each year, billions of animals embark on journeys across deserts, plains, or oceans for breeding and feeding.
However, the report warns that “unsustainable” pressures on migratory species could decrease their populations, disrupt food supplies, and jeopardize livelihoods.
Amy Fraenkel, executive secretary of the UN Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals, stated that the report on Monday provides “a very clear direction” on the actions governments must take to address the threats facing migratory species.
“We need to look at the top levels of government decision-making,” said Fraenkel, “and what is being planned so that we can make sure that we can … address human needs while not sacrificing the nature we all need to survive.”
Up to 75% of species have been affected by habitat loss, emphasizing the importance of better connecting isolated ecosystems.
The report’s authors urged governments to consider habitat and migration routes when building infrastructure like dams, pipelines, or wind turbines.
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