73% global wildlife population decline since 1970, primarily due to habitat loss, climate change, and human activities.

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) reports a staggering 73% decline in global wildlife populations since 1970, primarily due to habitat loss, climate change, and human activities. Freshwater ecosystems suffered the worst, with an 85% drop. Latin America was notably affected, seeing a 95% decline. The report emphasizes urgent action to avert irreversible tipping points in natural systems, warning that inaction could threaten both wildlife and human well-being.