A recent study conducted on wildlife conservation projects worldwide revealed that they have been successful in two-thirds of cases. Despite this, wildlife presenters like chris packham emphasize the need for additional measures to prevent mass extinctions.
The study, published in the journal Science, involved scientists from various universities and institutions, including the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
The research team reviewed over 1,400 studies spanning more than a century, focusing on conservation efforts at regional and global scales. They found that projects targeting species and ecosystems, such as managing invasive species, habitat restoration, and sustainable ecosystem management, were particularly successful in improving biodiversity.
While celebrating individual successes is important, experts stress the urgency of scaling up conservation efforts to address the global biodiversity crisis. Threats like climate change, habitat destruction, and pollution continue to endanger species worldwide.
Conservation communicator Sophie Pavel highlighted the importance of mobilizing the public to support landscape-scale conservation measures and restore ecosystem resilience.
About our experts
Chris Packham is a renowned conservationist and wildlife presenter known for his work on BBC’s nature programs like Springwatch and Earth. He advocates for a more proactive approach to conservation.
Sophie Pavel is a science communicator and author of Don’t forget: Finding Climate Change Britain’s Forgotten Species, which explores the state of UK wildlife and conservation efforts.
Source: www.sciencefocus.com
