"There has been a catastrophic 73% decline in the average size of monitored wildlife populations over just 50 years (1970-2020). The steepest declines in monitored wildlife populations are recorded in Latin America and the Caribbean (95%), Africa (76%), Asia-Pacific (60%), and in freshwater ecosystems (85%). Habitat loss and degradation, driven primarily by our food system, is the most reported threat to wildlife populations around the world, followed by overexploitation, invasive species, and disease."
"Reading the report leaves me reeling and feeling an overwhelming sense of loss and sadness. The concept of eco- grief includes an emotional reaction to loss or the anticipation of the loss of ecosystems, animal and plant species, and natural spaces due to environmental change (human or nature-caused). Feelings can include anger, sadness, and despair. Eco-grief can also encompass the loss of cultural identities, traditions, and customs linked to the los"
Global monitored wildlife populations declined by an average of 73% between 1970 and 2020, with the steepest losses in Latin America and the Caribbean (95%), Africa (76%), Asia-Pacific (60%), and freshwater ecosystems (85%). Habitat loss and degradation driven primarily by the food system, together with overexploitation, invasive species, and disease, are leading threats. An estimated 30–40% of food produced is never eaten, using a quarter of global calories and one-fifth of agricultural land and water. Over half of global GDP (55% or US$58 trillion) is moderately or highly dependent on nature while current economic systems largely undervalue natural services. Eco-grief produces anger, sadness, despair, and loss of cultural identity. Active Hope and fostering creativity correlate with wellbeing, reduce stress, and help build connection, healing, and futures for people and planet.
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