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About 15,000 land vertebrate species could lose habitat to sea-level rise by 2100

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Briefings

Recent analysis indicates that approximately 15,000 land vertebrate species face habitat loss due to projected sea-level rise by 2100. Current rates exceed 4 millimeters per year, potentially doubling to 10 millimeters annually. This threat impacts coastal and island habitats for both humans and wildlife.

Key points

• Sea-level rise rates have more than doubled since 1993–2002, currently exceeding 4 millimeters per year.
• Scientists project this rate could increase to 10 millimeters per year in the near future.

Context

This briefing addresses the impact of accelerating sea-level rise on terrestrial biodiversity, with estimates suggesting 15,000 land vertebrate species face habitat loss by 2100.

Limitations

Evidence covers only the current rate of sea-level rise and its projected doubling; specific species affected or geographic regions impacted are not detailed in the source.

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