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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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Why is biodiversity important - with Sir David Attenborough | The Royal Society

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David Attenborough emphasizes the critical importance of biodiversity, detailing how its loss impacts our world and the urgent need for immediate action. Everyone can make a difference by understanding the facts.

The Royal Society, the world's oldest scientific academy, provides essential resources. Explore biodiversity at royalsociety.org/biodiversity, and learn about climate change basics here or net zero here.

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EarthSayer David Attenborough

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