How fast is the current extinction rate compared to normals levels?

The current extinction rate is estimated to be 100 to 1,000 times higher than the natural background rate, which is the rate at which species would typically go extinct without human influence. This accelerated rate is largely attributed to habitat destruction, climate change, pollution, and overexploitation of species. Researchers warn that if this trend continues, up to one million species could face extinction in the coming decades, signaling a significant loss of biodiversity.