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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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You Raised $2,000,000 for Red Wolves!
December 16, 2025
Less than 20 red wolves remain in the wild. Vehicle strikes are their biggest threat. But together, we helped secure a $25 million federal grant to build wildlife crossings that will save wolves and dozens of other species. Footage of Hope and her pups: James Ford.