Wildlife

Reptiles in Peril

An international study of reptiles by more than 900 scientists across six continents finds that more than a fifth of all species are threatened with extinction.

“If we remove reptiles, it could change ecosystems radically, with unfortunate knock-on effects, such as increases in pest insects,” said researcher Neil Cox. While many reptiles are found in arid regions, far more live in forests, where they are threatened by climate change, logging and expanding agriculture. Hunting, especially for crocodiles and turtles, is also a major threat.

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