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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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Alaska in Focus: Standing up for North America's Wildest Ecosystems
November 13, 2025

The Center for Biological Diversity, a 501c3 nonprofit based in Tucson, Arizona, works to secure a future for all species. Believing human welfare is deeply linked to nature's diversity, they protect endangered plants and animals through science, law, and creative media, focusing on essential lands, waters, and climate. Their goal is a world where wildness thrives for future generations.

To learn more or get involved, visit their website: biologicaldiversity.org. Follow them on social media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. You can also take action or email inquiries to center@biologicaldiversity.org.