Nature journal reveals alarming extinction rates for freshwater life

A recent study published in the Nature journal reveals that 24% of freshwater species face the threat of extinction due to human activities such as pollution, dam construction, water extraction, and climate change.

Despite covering just 1% of the Earth’s surface, freshwater ecosystems are home to 10% of all animal species, making them vital reservoirs of biodiversity that are now in grave danger.

The beauty of freshwater…