Most conservation funds go to large vertebrates at expense of neglected' species

A 25-year study reveals that a staggering 82.9% of global conservation funding is allocated to vertebrates, with most resources concentrated on large mammals and birds. Meanwhile, plants and invertebrates receive minimal support, each at 6.6%, while fungi and algae get less than 0.2%. This uneven distribution of financial resources has led to nearly 94% of at-risk species, particularly amphibians and smaller mammals, being overlooked in conservation efforts. Researchers emphasize that fostering attention toward neglected species is crucial to preserving biodiversity and maintaining ecosystem health.

Most funding goes to large, charismatic animals while critically important but less fashionable species remain underfunded, threatening biodiversity.

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