Amphibians Face Overheating Threat as 2°C rise Global Temperatures Rise
A new study has found that 2% of the world amphibians are already experiencing temperatures beyond their tolerance levels raising concerns about the future of these vulnerable species. The research published in Nature warns that a 2°C rise in global temperatures could be a tipping point, pushing many species toward extinction.
Scientists analyzed 5,203 amphibian species and found that 104 are currently exposed to overheating in shaded terrestrial conditions. If global temperatures increase by 4°C, nearly 7.5% or 391 species could reach their physiological limits, facing severe survival challenges.
Amphibians, which rely on external sources to regulate body heat, are among the most climate-sensitive vertebrates. Over 40% of amphibian species are already classified as threatened, and r...