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Can Extinction Be Stopped?

Maya Lin-Takahashi • • 6 min read
Can Extinction Be Stopped?
Not only is Earth in the middle of its next mass extinction event

extinction event

An extinction event (also known as a mass extinction or biotic crisis) is a widespread and rapid decrease in the biodiversity on Earth. Such an event is identified by a sharp change in the diversity and abundance of multicellular organisms.

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, but it may be too late to undo the harm inflicted upon the planet's species. This is according to a new study assessing evidence of what it calls an “ongoing extinction event.”

How can we stop the extinction?

5 Steps to Prevent Animal Extinction

  1. Buy Eco-Friendly Products.
  2. Follow The 3-R Rule: Recycle, Reuse, Reduce.
  3. Don't Buy Souvenirs Made From Endangered Species.
  4. Eat Less Meat.
  5. Spread Awareness: get involved.

Is it too late to stop extinction?

A quarter of a billion years ago, rising temperatures emptied the oceans of life. The planet now faces a similar threat, but the outcome is in human hands.
Maya Lin-Takahashi
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Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.