Impact of Climate Change on Wildlife Behavior and Habitat: A Comprehensive Analysis
Author : Dr. Pankaja Sharma
Abstract :
Climate change represents one of the most significant environmental challenges of the twenty-first century, with profound implications for global biodiversity and ecosystem functioning. This paper examines the multifaceted impacts of anthropogenic climate change on wildlife behavior and habitat dynamics across various ecosystems and taxonomic groups. Through analysis of empirical evidence, longitudinal studies, and ecological data, this research demonstrates that rising global temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, and extreme weather events are fundamentally reshaping wildlife distributions, behavioral patterns, reproductive strategies, and habitat suitability. The paper explores mechanisms through which climate change affects wildlife, including phenological shifts, range alterations, behavioral adaptations, and habitat degradation. Furthermore, this study analyzes species-specific responses to climate stressors and identifies vulnerable populations at heightened risk of extinction. The findings underscore the urgent need for comprehensive conservation strategies that account for climate-induced ecological transformations and emphasize the interconnected nature of climate change impacts across terrestrial, marine, and freshwater ecosystems.
Keywords :
Wildlife Behavior, Habitat, Impact of Climate Change, Analysis.
