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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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Film Screening and Discussion: "8 Billion Angels"
June 25, 2021

The Center for Biological Diversity is hosting a webinar with Terry Spahr, director of the documentary "8 Billion Angels." This film explores how global population growth strains our natural resources.

The event will feature a discussion and Q&A with Spahr, the Center's Sarah Baillie, and World Population Balance Executive Director Nandita Bajaj. They will examine how population pressure threatens our oceans, rivers, land, and air, and discuss solutions including women's empowerment and a transition from fossil fuels.