sixth mass extinction, but this time, the catalyst isn’t a super-volcano or gigantic asteroid. It’s human actions propelling the climate crisis that occasionally even climate models struggle to fully elucidate. Our behaviors, including deforestation, pollution, overfishing, and habitat destruction, are hastening the pace at which species are vanishing.
Gaining insights from the past five mass extinctions can assist us in comprehending the current situation. These historical occurrences illustrate the vulnerability of life on Earth and how ecosystems react to significant upheavals. They also inform us about the duration nature may require to rebound from such occurrences, and what measures can be taken to expedite the recovery process.
