Taylor & Francis Reports Global Biodiversity Decline and Emerging Recoveries in 2026 Scan

Study presents a horizon scan of biological conservation issues expected through 2026, synthesizing recent scientific data, policy reviews, and expert opinions to outline the most pressing threats and opportunities for protecting global biodiversity over the next few years, including climate impacts and land‑use change.

Findings reveal a continued global decline in species populations and habitat integrity, with the scan noting measurable drops in abundance across multiple ecosystems and taxonomic groups when compared with earlier baseline assessments.

Findings also identify emerging recoveries in certain regions, where focused conservation actions have produced observable rebounds in target species and partial restoration of ecosystem functions, suggesting that strategic interventions can reverse some loss trends.

Methodology combined systematic literature review with expert workshops across continents to compile the 2026 horizon scan, ensuring diverse perspectives and data sources informed the assessment.