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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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October 13, 2026

Attacks on endangered wildlife are escalating, particularly following the Trump administration's dismantling of the Endangered Species Act. Key changes include the removal of the definition of "harm" related to habitat destruction and the end of automatic protections for newly listed species. This allows activities like logging and development to bypass crucial conservation requirements, potentially leading to increased wildlife deaths.

Additionally, the administration's "Extinction Committee" has granted exemptions to oil and gas operations, further endangering species like whales and sea turtles. Proposed congressional deals threaten to weaken wildlife reviews and hinder legal challenges against destructive projects. The Center for Biological Diversity is actively fighting these rollbacks in court. Support our efforts by donating and spreading the word.


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