- Clearing of forests for agriculture, urban development, and infrastructure projects result in the loss of natural habitats for animals and birds, leading to their displacement and eventual population decline.
2. Hunting and Poaching:
- Unregulated hunting and poaching for trophies, meat, fur, and illegal trade pose a significant threat to endangered species.
3. Climate Change:
- Alteration of climate patterns, rising temperatures, and changes in precipitation affect ecosystems and disrupt habitats, leading to population decline in vulnerable species.
4. Pollution:
- Air, water, and noise pollution can directly harm individual animals and birds, disrupt their breeding patterns, and contaminate their habitats.
5. Invasive Species Introduction:
- Non-native species introduced either intentionally or accidentally can outcompete native species for resources, leading to their population decline.
6. Overfishing:
- Excessive fishing practices can deplete fish populations and disrupt marine ecosystems.
7. Human-Wildlife Conflict:
- Direct conflicts between humans and wildlife, including retaliation for perceived threats to human life, livestock, or property, can result in the killing of animals.
8. Overpopulation and Resource Consumption:
- Human population growth and the increased consumption of resources put pressure on natural habitats, leading to their degradation and the extinction of species.