Environmental instability poses significant threats to many species, particularly those in vulnerable habitats such as polar regions and coral reefs.
Environmental instability poses significant threats to many species, particularly those in vulnerable habitats such as polar regions and coral reefs. Rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns, and extreme weather events disrupt the distribution and abundance of many species. For example, rising sea levels caused by melting glaciers and ice caps threaten polar bears' survival, while coral bleaching events are causing the loss of coral reef ecosystems. Reducing carbon emissions is therefore critical for protecting endangered species.