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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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Help us defend Izembek National Wildlife Refuge
January 12, 2026
The Center and 3 Alaska Native Tribes filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration — who illegally traded away federal land that these tribal members depend on. This land swap threatens one of the most important migratory bird staging areas in the world. Critical eelgrass wetlands relied on by emperor geese, black brant, and other birds that feed and sustain the tribal members in this lawsuit. The road will irreparably damage habitat, undermine subsistence food systems, and set a dangerous precedent for all 104 million acres of protected wildlands in Alaska. We’re fighting to stop this unlawful giveaway of Izembek. Stand with us.