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(ong) the most famous extinction events was the disappearance of nearly all of the dinosaurs 65 million years ago. Today, human activities are accelerating the rate of extinctions, posing a significant threat to biodiversity. Conservation efforts aim to protect endangered species and preserve the natural ecosystems they depend on.