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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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Saving Endangered Species from SpaceX
July 05, 2023

SpaceX launches in Boca Chica, Texas, threaten protected piping plover habitat with debris. The Center for Biological Diversity is suing to assess these impacts and needs your help to protect endangered species. Take action: https://biodiv.us/spacex.

The Center for Biological Diversity is a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to securing a future for all species. We believe human welfare is deeply linked to nature's vast diversity, protecting lands, waters, and climate through science, law, and media. Learn more at our website: https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/ or email inquiries to center@biologicaldiversity.org.