One million out of eight million species on the planet are at risk of extinction due to human activity and environmental changes.
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One million out of eight million species on the planet are at risk of extinction due to human activity and environmental changes.
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An African conservationist monitors the last two northern white rhinoceroses, a mother and daughter, as he reflects on their dwindling numbers. David Attenborough presents the urgent reality of the sixth mass extinction, where one million species face extinction due to human activity. The film details factors such as poaching, overfishing, and climate change, which threaten biodiversity and increase the risk of pandemics. Attenborough calls for immediate action to address these interconnected crises and protect the planet's future.
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Why Watch
- See David Attenborough's insights on biodiversity loss.
- Find out how poaching affects species like the pangolin.
- Meet experts discussing the links between climate change and extinction.
Did You Know
- One million species are at risk of extinction out of eight million total.
- The human population grew from two billion to seven billion in one lifetime.
- One in four recorded plant species are at risk of extinction.
- The documentary had a peak viewership of roughly 4.5 million on its premiere.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the estimated extinction rate of species caused by humans?
Humans are causing an animal and plant extinction rate roughly 100 times faster than has previously occurred.
How many species are at risk of extinction according to the documentary?
One million out of eight million species on the planet are at risk of extinction.
What are some contributing factors to the sixth mass extinction?
Contributing factors include poaching, overfishing, population growth, and human use of chemicals.
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