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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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Data Visualization: Florida Panther Car Mortality

The Center for Biological Diversity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists based in Tucson, Arizona. They are dedicated to protecting endangered species and their habitats across the planet.

Believing human welfare is deeply linked to nature—to the vast diversity of wild animals and plants—the Center uses science, law, and creative media to secure a future for all species. Their work focuses on safeguarding the lands, waters, and climate essential for survival, ensuring a wild world for generations to come. Learn more about their mission: biologicaldiversity.org