What is mass extinction? Will you encounter one such extinction in the near future. Enumerate the steps to be taken to prevent it.

Explanation

(i) Mass extinction is the extinction of a large number of species within a relatively short period of geological time. This extinction is mainly due to drastic environmental changes and population characteristic.
(ii) According to IUCN, the last individual of the tree snail (Achatinella apexfurlva) died on Januazy 1, 2019 and it is the loss of native Hawaiian molluscs.
(iii) steps to be taken:
(a) To create awareness on the degree of treat to biodiversity.
(b) Identification and documentation of sptcies at high risk of extinction.
(c) Provide global index on declining biodiversity.
(d) Prepare conservation priorities and help in conservation action.
(e) Decipate infonnation on international agreements on conservation of biodiversity,