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"Kilimanjaro's Biodiversity Plummets: 75% Plant Species Loss in a Century"
A study reveals a staggering 75% loss of natural plant species on the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro due to land-use change, raising alarms about biodiversity and ecosystem health.
- Between 1911 and 2022, land use, land-use change, and forestry primarily caused a 75% decline in biodiversity on the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- The research conducted by Andreas Hemp and colleagues highlights the urgent impacts of climate change on plant species and the overall ecosystem of the tropics.
- Biodiversity loss has critical implications for millions of people relying on Mount Kilimanjaros diverse ecosystems for sustenance and livelihood, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts.
Why It Matters
Biodiversity loss on Mount Kilimanjaro underscores a global crisis affecting ecosystems and human livelihoods. Understanding these changes is essential for developing effective conservation strategies and mitigating the impacts of climate change.