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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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The Leopold Education Project (LEP) offers an innovative, interdisciplinary curriculum based on the classic writings of renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold. It educates the public on humanity's ties to the natural environment, promoting resource conservation and protection.

Aldo Leopold (1887-1948), author of *A Sand County Almanac*, famously critiqued society's environmental values. As quoted from his work, he observed: "There is as yet no social stigma in the possession of a gullied farm, a wrecked forest, or a polluted stream, provided the dividends suffice to send the youngsters to college."

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