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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

July 08, 2026

Some argue that the SpaceX land swap is beneficial, but they overlook a crucial detail: the habitat scoring system used to deem these lands "low value" was developed in collaboration with SpaceX.

It's important to consider whether the lower habitat quality in these areas is a result of years of launches, explosions, and industrial development. The Center emphasizes the importance of scrutinizing the sources behind research. Public lands should not be for sale, and we remain committed to this fight.


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