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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. 

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Interview with Maxine Trump, Director of To Kid or Not to Kid
June 29, 2020

The Center for Biological Diversity promotes reproductive planning, including access to contraception and education, as a strategy to combat the wildlife extinction crisis. They recently interviewed Maxine Trump, director of the documentary "To Kid or Not to Kid," which explores her personal family planning story.

The film and interview foster discussions among couples about the child-free lifestyle, covering rationales like financial anxiety, disinterest in birthing, and environmental concerns. It also addresses challenges in contraceptive decisions.

Watch "To Kid or Not to Kid" on Amazon Prime or iTunes. Explore Maxine Trump’s PBS Spin-Off Series, "Should We Kid or Not?", on YouTube. Stay tuned for a panel discussion. Learn more at tokidornotokid.com.