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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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Dangerous Waters for North Atlantic Right Whales
February 06, 2026

North Atlantic right whales are critically endangered, with only around 370 individuals remaining. Since 2017, over 140 have been killed or injured in an "Unusual Mortality Event."

The Center for Biological Diversity, a 501c3 nonprofit based in Tucson, Arizona, works to secure a future for all species on the brink of extinction. Believing human welfare is deeply linked to nature's diversity, they use science, law, and creative media to protect the lands, waters, and climate vital for species survival.

Explore their work, take action, and connect on social media via their website: https://www.biologicaldiversity.org. For questions or media inquiries, email: center@biologicaldiversity.org.