Gerry McGovern on Nostr: Since 1970, there has been a: 49% decline in marine life 50% decline in insects 66% ...
Since 1970, there has been a:
49% decline in marine life
50% decline in insects
66% decline in wildlife
69% decline in vertebrates
83% decline in freshwater species
Birds: 60% decline in Ireland in 50 years
Lions: 90% decline in Ghana in 40 years
Forest elephant: 60% decline in 12 years
Leatherback turtle: 95% decline in 20 years
SEI whale: 50% decline in 20 years (47 left)
Earthworms: 33% decline in UK in 20 years
Mammals:
3% wildlife
97% humans and livestock
Is this progress?
Published at
2024-05-29 12:14:15Event JSON
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