Fungi Face Extinction Threat Climate Action Boosts Economies Weekly Nature & Climate Roundup
A third of the world’s most threatened fungi species are on the brink of extinction, climate action is set to boost global GDP, and extreme weather events continue to make headlines. Here’s your quick catch-up on the top climate and nature stories this week.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has warned that 411 of 1,300 threatened fungi species are at risk of extinction. These "unsung heroes of life on Earth" play a crucial role in ecosystems by nourishing plants, recycling nutrients, and supporting biodiversity.
However, climate change, deforestation, illegal logging, and land conversion for agriculture are wiping them out. In the U.S. alone, more than 50 fungi species are endangered due to changing fire patterns. The IUCN is calling for better forest managem...