Anthropogenic effects refer to the changes in the environment caused by human activities. These can include pollution from factories, deforestation for agriculture, and the burning of fossil fuels for energy. Such actions can lead to climate change, loss of biodiversity, and the degradation of natural habitats, impacting both wildlife and human health. One significant example of anthropogenic effects is the increase in greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and methane. These gases trap heat in the atmosphere, leading to global warming. As a result, we see rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and shifts in ecosystems, which threaten the balance of our planet's environment.