What are the 5 main drivers of habitat loss?

1. Agriculture: The conversion of natural land to agricultural production, such as clearing forests for cropland and grazing land, is the leading driver of habitat loss globally.

2. Urbanization: The expansion of urban areas, including residential, commercial, and industrial development, encroaches on and fragments natural habitats.

3. Climate change: The shift in global climate patterns due to human activities, such as the release of greenhouse gases, affects habitats by changing temperature, precipitation, and other environmental conditions, making it difficult for species to survive.

4. Pollution: The release of pollutants into the environment, such as chemicals, heavy metals, and plastics, degrades habitats and can make them uninhabitable for many species.

5. Overexploitation: The unsustainable harvesting of natural resources, such as timber, fish, and wildlife, can lead to the depletion of species populations and the degradation of their habitats.