Over one in three tree species face extinction risk, global analysis finds
Summary: A new global analysis reveals that over one in three tree species are at risk of extinction. The study, part of the International Union for Conservation of Nature's Red List, assessed 47,282 tree species, finding 16,425 threatened.
Major threats include deforestation, climate change, invasive species, and diseases. The highest number of endangered trees is found on islands, with significant risks in South America, particularly in the Amazon Rainforest.
The report highlights the critical role trees play in ecosystems, providing oxygen, food, and habitat. It emphasizes the need for urgent conservation efforts to protect these vital species.
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