Global warming refers to the increase in Earth’s average temperature caused by greenhouse gas emissions, including carbon dioxide and methane. The impact on biodiversity is significant, affecting ecosystems around the world. One of the main consequences of global warming is habitat change. Existing habitats cannot adapt to the speed of climate change, so many species are forced to move to colder areas, following temperature changes. Polar bears, for example, depend heavily on sea ice for hunting. Global warming causes ice to melt, so their habitat shrinks. This not only threatens the polar bear population but also other species that depend on the same ecosystem. In addition, endemic species on small islands or isolated areas are more vulnerable to global warming, due to limited space for migration. Changes in weather patterns also have an impact on biodiversity. Erratic seasons can affect the reproductive cycles of animals and flora. For example, flowers opening earlier than usual can cause a mismatch between flowering time and the arrival of pollinators that depend on those flowers. This situation can disrupt the food chain and reduce the diversity of species in an ecosystem. Rising temperatures also cause an increase in the frequency and intensity of natural disasters, such as forest fires, floods and droughts. These disasters not only destroy habitats, but also affect the species that live in them. More frequent forest fires can kill large trees and reduce the animal populations that depend on them, leading to a loss of biodiversity. One impact of global warming that is often overlooked is marine pollution. Rising sea temperatures cause coral bleaching, which is a habitat for many marine species. Coral loss will threaten marine ecosystems and species diversity in the long term. On land, it is becoming easier for invasive species to establish themselves in new areas where they were previously unable to inhabit. With a warming climate, many invasive species may displace native species, reducing biodiversity. This can damage the balance of the existing ecosystem. Biodiversity is not only important for ecosystem balance but also plays a role in providing ecosystem services, such as providing clean water, climate regulation, and nutrition. The loss of species can mean lost opportunities to find solutions to human health and environmental problems. In an agricultural context, global warming has the potential to reduce plant genetic diversity, which is important for global food security. Climate change can cause a decline in agricultural yields, threatening food security for a growing population. Thus, the impact of global warming on biodiversity is very diverse and complex. It is important that we understand and address these issues to protect biodiversity and the ecosystems that support life on Earth. Conservation and mitigation efforts need to be intensified to ensure that future generations can inherit a planet rich in biodiversity.