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How does drought harm wildlife?

Droughts severely impact wildlife by drying up their habitats and food sources. Rivers and ponds shrink, leaving fish stranded and birds without water. Plants wither, meaning less food for herbivores, and the entire food chain suffers. Tony Grayling's warning in the story about 'long-lasting consequences' underscores the deep and often irreversible damage to ecosystems.