Habitat Loss
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<speciesfyi-glossary slug="habitat-loss"></speciesfyi-glossary>Definition
The destruction or degradation of natural habitats, recognized as the primary driver of species extinction worldwide.
Detailed Explanation
Agricultural expansion, urban growth, and logging collectively account for over 70% of terrestrial habitat loss. Even when habitat is not fully destroyed, degradation — edge effects, altered hydrology, invasive species invasion — reduces its quality for native species. Tropical forests and freshwater wetlands are among the most rapidly disappearing habitats. Halting deforestation is considered the single most impactful near-term conservation action available.