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Overharvesting

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Overharvesting refers to the excessive removal or exploitation of natural resources beyond their sustainable limits, leading to depletion or extinction.

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