Only 25% of Tropical Rainforests Remain in High-Quality Condition

New research highlights the alarming degradation of global rainforests, threatening biodiversity and urgent conservation goals.

A study analyzing over 16,000 species reveals that only 25% of remaining tropical rainforests are of high quality, essential for biodiversity preservation.
Threatened species face a disproportionate impact, with just 8% of their rainforest habitat classified as high quality compared to 25% for non-threatened species.
Key factors of degradation include logging, mining, road-building, and other human activities that reduce the structural integrity of forests.
High-quality rainforests, characterized by undisturbed ecosystems and dense canopy cover, are critical for species survival and carbon sequestration.
Researchers stress the need for global coordination to not only halt deforestation but also restore forest quality to meet the 2030 biodiversity targets.