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Global Decline in Genetic Diversity Threatens Species Survival

A recent study reveals two-thirds of animal and plant populations are losing genetic diversity, impacting their resilience to environmental changes.

Many animals, plants losing their genetic diversity, making them more vulnerable
ABC NewsABC News

Many animals, plants losing their genetic diversity, making them more vulnerable

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Many animals and plants are losing their genetic diversity, making them more vulnerable
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Many animals and plants are losing their genetic diversity, making them more vulnerable

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Study of more than 600 animal and plant species finds genetic diversity has declined globally
The GuardianThe Guardian

Study of more than 600 animal and plant species finds genetic diversity has declined globally

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Research covering 628 species from 1985 to 2019 indicates that two-thirds of populations examined are experiencing genetic diversity loss, which undermines adaptability to environmental changes. Factors contributing to these declines include habitat loss, climate change, and disease. Notably, actions like re-establishing connectivity among isolated populations can help reverse this trend. Successful conservation examples exist, such as the Florida panther's recovery. The findings emphasize the urgency of global conservation efforts to maintain genetic diversity and ensure species survival amid increasing ecological disturbances.

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