Nearly a quarter of freshwater species globally are at risk of extinction due to various human-induced threats.

A new study warns that nearly a quarter of the world's freshwater species, including fish, insects, and crustaceans, are at risk of extinction. These species, which inhabit less than 1% of Earth's surface, face threats from pollution, dams, water extraction, agriculture, invasive species, and climate change. The research, assessing over 23,000 species, highlights the urgent need for conservation efforts to protect these vital ecosystems.

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