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Almost 50% of Earth’s species ‘now in decline’

Earth appears to be entering its sixth mass extinction period, brought about entirely by humans, as almost 50% of Earth’s species are ‘now in decline’. That’s according to a new study by Queen’s University Belfast. Speaking to Shane with reaction to this study's findings was Eanna Ni Lamhna, Wildlife expert.

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07.30 23 May 2023


Almost 50% of Earth’s species ‘now in decline’


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07.30 23 May 2023


Earth appears to be entering its sixth mass extinction period, brought about entirely by humans, as almost 50% of Earth’s species are ‘now in decline’.

That’s according to a new study by Queen’s University Belfast. Speaking to Shane with reaction to this study's findings was Eanna Ni Lamhna, Wildlife expert.


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