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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem. It is necessary for life to thrive on Earth.

Aldo Leopold, one of the great thinkers of conservation, observed more than half a century ago the importance of protecting species. "To keep every cog and wheel is the first precaution of intelligent tinkering," he wrote. Losing species is like throwing away one by one the engine parts of an airplane while flying.

Biodiversity is a major initiative of Conservation International.

Biodiversity conservation provides substantial benefits to meet immediate human needs, such as those for clean, consistent water flows; protection from floods and storms; and a stable climate. 

Curated by mokiethecat

July 29, 2026

Red wolves in North Carolina have welcomed four litters of pups, with 16 surviving their first few months. This new generation offers hope for the future of red wolves, whose population currently consists of only 22 adults.

Learn more at saveredwolves.org. The Center for Biological Diversity, a nonprofit based in Tucson, Arizona, works to protect diverse species and their habitats through science, law, and creative media. We aim to ensure a thriving natural world for future generations.


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