Human-Wildlife Conflicts Set to Rise with Population Growth

Study projects increased overlap across 57% of global lands by 2070, driven by human expansion rather than climate change.

Researchers predict significant increases in human-wildlife interactions, especially in agricultural and forested areas.
High-biodiversity regions in Africa and South America face the greatest pressure from expanding human populations.
The study highlights potential health risks, including the spread of zoonotic diseases from increased wildlife contact.
Biodiversity loss is expected, with a notable decline in species richness across several continents.
Conservation strategies must adapt to promote sustainable coexistence and mitigate conflicts.