The greatest threats to animals are almost always due to human activity. Due to population growth, more and more land is cleared for agriculture, settlement, and other types of development. The main cause of animal extinction is the destruction of their habitats. Many animals are losing their forests and safe homes due to deforestation and habitat loss caused by development projects and cutting down trees for timber. The killing and poaching of animals also reduce the population of a species. So does habitat destruction, hunting, selective exploitation of species, habitat fragmentation, introduction of exotic species, pest and predator control, pollution, pest and predator control, natural disasters, and other factors. Agriculture, including small and large-scale farming, is one of the most important anthropogenic (human) activities contributing to deforestation. Deforestation involves the removal of trees for the extraction of raw materials. The biodiversity of an area is literally the number of species, both plant and animal, that live in the environment under study. When a species no longer occurs in a region, it is considered locally extinct. If it no longer occurs anywhere, the species is considered extinct. Extinction is the extinction of all members of a species of plants, animals, or other organisms. Support local initiatives that work to protect threatened habitats and improve species abundance. This may mean emailing your local political representatives, participating in peaceful protests, purchasing wildlife-friendly products, or working to protect endangered plants and animals.

Dr Md Nurul Hasan thank you for your contribution to the discussion

Yes, deforestation can directly lead to biodiversity loss when animal species that live in the trees no longer have their habitat, cannot relocate, and therefore become extinct. Deforestation can lead certain tree species to permanently disappear, which affects biodiversity of plant species in an environment. Habitat loss and fragmentation: This is the major cause for loss of biodiversity. Habitat destruction is caused by human activities such as deforestation and increasing pollution, leading to the loss of many plants and animals. Almost always, threats to wildlife can be traced back to things that people do. With the rise in population, more and more land is being cleared for farming, living, and other kinds of development. The main reason why animals die out is that their homes are being destroyed. Almost always, threats to wildlife can be traced back to things that people do. With the rise in population, more and more land is being cleared for farming, living, and other kinds of development. The main reason why animals die out is that their homes are being destroyed. The major cause of the decrease in biodiversity is due to the process by which the animal's natural habitat is destroyed which results in the change in habitat, this is called habitat destruction or habitat loss. Reasons for depletion of forest resources in India are: (i) Extensive use of forest products such as wood, barks, leaves, rubber, medicines, dyes, food, fuel, fodder, manure etc. (ii) Agricultural expansion, development of railways, mining, commercial and social forestry. Support local and regional projects aimed at tackling biodiversity loss. Buying fewer products and making sure the products you do buy minimise the impact on biodiversity. Investing in ways that promote biodiversity and reducing waste of consumer goods: food, clothes, electrical appliances, etc. We can prevent biodiversity from getting disturbed with the help of afforestation which implies planting more trees in the area. Along with this we need to follow the norms laid by government and policy makers for prevention of biodiversity. The biodiversity of an area is literally the number of species, both plant and animal, inhabiting the environment being examined. When a species is no longer found in a region, it is locally extinct. When it is no longer found anywhere, the species is considered extinct. Extinction reduces biodiversity. Biodiversity refers to the range of organisms that can be found on the planet, and extinction causes there to be fewer kinds of organisms. If there are more kinds of organisms on Earth there is more biodiversity. As species go extinct, they are taken out of the food chain. Animals that ate the newly-extinct species have to find new food sources or starve. This can damage the populations of other plants or animals. Furthermore, if a predator goes extinct, its prey's population can proliferate, unbalancing local ecosystems.

The diversity of plants and animals in the forest is declining due to a number of factors, including:

• Habitat loss and fragmentation: Forests are being cleared for agriculture, development, and other human activities. This is destroying habitats and fragmenting forests, making it difficult for plants and animals to move around and find food and mates.
• Climate change: Climate change is causing changes in temperature, precipitation, and other weather patterns. These changes are disrupting ecosystems and making it difficult for some plants and animals to survive.
• Invasive species: Invasive species are plants and animals that are not native to a particular ecosystem. They can outcompete native species for resources and habitat, leading to declines in biodiversity.
• Pollution: Pollution can contaminate water and soil, making it difficult for plants and animals to survive.
• Overexploitation: Some plants and animals are being overexploited for food, medicine, and other products. This can lead to population declines and even extinction.

There are a number of things that can be done to prevent extinction of species and protect biodiversity, including:

• Conserving forests: Protecting existing forests and planting new forests can help to reduce habitat loss and fragmentation.
• Reducing greenhouse gas emissions: Reducing greenhouse gas emissions can help to mitigate climate change and its impacts on biodiversity.
• Controlling invasive species: Invasive species can be controlled through a variety of methods, such as biological control, mechanical removal, and chemical treatment.
• Reducing pollution: Reducing pollution can help to improve water and soil quality and make it easier for plants and animals to survive.
• Sustainable use of resources: Sustainable use of resources can help to reduce overexploitation of plants and animals.

Individuals can also help to protect biodiversity by making choices that reduce their environmental impact. For example, people can choose to eat less meat, buy products from sustainable sources, and reduce their energy consumption.

Protecting biodiversity is important because it helps to maintain healthy ecosystems and provides us with a variety of benefits, such as clean air and water, food, and medicine.

Dr Abubakar Mohammed Maimota thank you for your contribution to the discussion