Question
According to a global assessment for the IUCN Red List, what percentage of freshwater species face a high risk of extinction?
Solution
The global freshwater fauna assessment for the IUCN Red List has identified that one-quarter, or 25%, of freshwater species face a high risk of extinction. This statistic underscores the critical threats that freshwater biodiversity is currently facing, highlighting the importance of conservation efforts to address these risks.
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