More than a third of tree species face extinction worldwide, report finds
Summary: A new report from the International Union for Conservation of Nature reveals that over 38% of tree species globally are at risk of extinction. This is more than double the number of threatened birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians.
The main threats to trees include climate change, deforestation, invasive species, pests, and diseases. In 2023, 6.37 million hectares of forest were lost, highlighting the slow progress in combating deforestation despite global pledges to end it by 2030.
Experts emphasize the importance of trees for ecosystems and economies, noting that many species are vital for timber, medicine, and food. They call for improved reforestation efforts that include diverse and threatened species.
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