On the Brink: The Global Crisis of Endangered Species
Planet Earth is currently experiencing an unprecedented loss of biodiversity, an extinction crisis so severe that many scientists have labeled it the Sixth Mass Extinction. Unlike past events caused by natural catastrophes, this one is driven almost entirely by the activities of a single species: humans. At the heart of this crisis are the world’s endangered animals—species whose populations have dwindled to such low numbers that they are on the verge of disappearing forever. From the snow-covered forests of Siberia to the vibrant coral reefs of the tropics, these creatures represent a silent alarm, signaling a profound imbalance in…