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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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Polar Bears Drowing in Arctic (PSA 2014)

Global warming is devastating polar bear populations. As their sea-ice habitat vanishes, bears face drowning, starvation, and even cannibalism.

The Center for Biological Diversity aims to educate and inspire 100 million people to take action. We have a proven track record, reaching millions with past campaigns, and need your help to fund a powerful new ad to achieve this goal.

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