Species Extinct This Year
Global biodiversity crisis tracking
Species Extinct in 2026
2,466species lost forever (estimated)
Daily Extinctions
estimated
Threatened Species
IUCN Red List
Known Species
documented
Extinction Crisis
- •1,000,000 species at risk of extinction
- •6th mass extinction currently underway
- •Extinction rate 1000x higher than natural
- •40% of amphibians are threatened
Primary Causes
- •Habitat destruction (75% of land altered)
- •Climate change and global warming
- •Overexploitation and poaching
- •Pollution and invasive species
Understanding Species Extinction
Species extinction measures the loss of biodiversity worldwide. Approximately 137 species go extinct every day. Our extinction counter tracksdaily extinctions, endangered species, and biodiversity loss.
Also known as biodiversity crisis, mass extinction, and wildlife loss, this metric is closely related to habitat destruction, climate change, and conservation.
Our extinction data covers multiple dimensions including extinctions per day, threatened species, causes of extinction, and conservation efforts.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data Sources: IUCN Red List, IPBES, WWF Living Planet Report, Nature Journal
How We Calculate Species Extinction
Our live counters use verified data from IUCN Red List, converted to real-time estimates using linear interpolation. All calculations are transparent and documented.
Data compiled by: CreatorMeter Research Team
Sources verified: 2025-12-23