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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. 

Curated by mokiethecat

August 07, 2026

Wyoming's wolf-hunting season opens this September, threatening the life of Yellowstone's oldest living wolf, 1090F, and her family. Mollie's pack, the last remaining from Yellowstone's historic wolf reintroduction, has significantly contributed to scientific understanding of wolves.

These wolves deserve protection, not unnecessary death. You can help by urging the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission to close Hunt Area 1 to wolf hunting. Take action at the link in our bio.


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