The Guardian Australia · general
Mass drowning of chicks puts emperor penguins at risk of extinction
13 hours ago
The International Union for Conservation of Nature has declared emperor penguins endangered due to mass drowning of chicks caused by melting Antarctic sea ice. The population, currently estimated at 595,000 adults, is projected to halve by the 2080s as climate change accelerates habitat loss. Experts emphasize urgent action to address greenhouse gas emissions to prevent extinction.
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