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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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Lion's mane nudibranch
June 06, 2018

Lion's mane nudibranchs are translucent, otherworldly, and beautiful sea slugs. These predators use flexible "oral hoods" to capture prey like jellyfish, zooplankton, and small fish. When necessary, they are also capable swimmers.

Beyond their unique hunting methods, these fascinating creatures produce sweet-smelling secretions, often compared to watermelon or other fruit. If you appreciate nudibranchs and other wildlife, join the Center for Biological Diversity's E-list of activists, citizen scientists, and animal lovers: Join Here.