Ecologists estimate that __________ are being driven into extinction each day due to __________.

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Deforestation is a major cause of habitat destruction, which directly threatens the survival of many species. It is estimated that about 137 species are being driven into extinction each day due to deforestation. The other options, such as overfishing and CO₂ pollution, also contribute to the decline of species, but their estimated impact on extinction rates is not as high as deforestation.

Ecologists Estimate That __________ Are Being Driven into Extinction Each