Area of Focus: Biodiversity Conservation

Created: Jan 05, 2007
Updated: May 01, 2008

Biodiversity Conservation

Definition

Biodiversity (= "Biological Diversity") is the total variety of all species in any given area. It is a very valuable means of measuring the health of that natural area.

Biodiversity Conservation is the practice of protecting and preserving the abundance and variety (biodiversity) of all species, regardless of classification, of ecosystems, and of genetic diversity, on the planet.

"The one process now going on that will take millions of years to correct is the loss of genetic and species diversity by the destruction of natural habitats. This is the folly our descendants are least likely to forgive us"

E. O. Wilson

Related WiserEarth Portals

Conservation Biology
Seed Conservation
Conservation Policy
Wildlife Habitat Conservation
Coral Reef Conservation
Domesticated Plant Conservation

Keywords

biological diversity, conservation, biota, flora, fauna, plants, animals, fungi, prokaryotes, genetic diversity, species diversity, ecosystem diversity, species abundance, extinction, endangered species, threatened species, vulnerable species, sensitive species, rare species, marine ecosystem, terrestrial ecosystem, inland water ecosystems, aesthetic value, environmental ethics, genetic resources

Featured Organization

Biodiversity and Nature Conservation in Myanmar BANCA BirdLife International is a global Partnership of conservation organisations that strives to conserve birds, their habitats and global biodiversity, working with people towards sustainability in the use of natural resources.

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Links

Biodiversity Conservation Alliance
Biodiversity Conservation Centre BCC
Cameroon Biodiversity Conservation Society CBCS
Biodiversity Conservation Initiative of Uganda BCIU

Featured Resource

Climate Change and Biodiversity

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In this book leading researchers discuss what is now known about the effects of climate change on the natural world. They examine recent trends in and projections about climate change; ways that particular organisms are responding to climate change; conservation challenges, including social and policy issues; and more..

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angusparker 4 months ago

Nice change David

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SustainableDavid 6 months ago

Hey, all:

After six months with no response or opposition, I made the change I suggested.

David
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SustainableDavid 12 months ago

Suggested Change in Definition

Hey, all:

Is anyone else a little uncomfortable or unsatisfied with the definition including the phrase "...all species of plants and animals..."? Would it not be better if instead it read perhaps "...all species regardless of classification..."? This is more inclusive, as it covers all lifeforms, and not limited to plants and animals. It just seems appropriate.

David
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