Earth In Midst Of Sixth Mass Extinction: 50% Of All Species Disappearing
Monday, October 20, 2008 - 23:28
in Paleontology & Archaeology
The Earth is in the midst of the sixth mass extinction of both plants and animals, with nearly 50 percent of all species disappearing, scientists say. Which plants should be a top priority to conserve? Researchers say the most genetically unique species are the ones that have the greatest importance in an ecosystem.