According to the IUCN, over 42,000 species are threatened with extinction, representing around 28% of all assessed species.
The current state of endangered species is alarming, with many species facing the threat of extinction. According to the IUCN, over 42,000 species are threatened with extinction, representing around 28% of all assessed species. Threats to endangered species come from various factors, including habitat loss, changing environmental conditions, pollution, overexploitation, and invasive species.