Biodiversity
noun
The variety of plant and animal life in a particular place or in the world.
The rainforest is bursting with biodiversity.
Often appears as...
- high biodiversity
- biodiversity loss
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Academic
noun
The difference among living creatures from all sources including terrestrial, marine and other ecosystems.
We must protect the earth's biodiversity for future generations.
Often appears as...
- biodiversity hotspot
- protect biodiversity
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Technical
noun
The number and variety of organisms found within a specified geographic region.
The biodiversity of the Pacific Northwest is unique and varied.
Often appears as...
- regional biodiversity
- threatened biodiversity
Usage tips
Academic
noun
The variety of plant and animal life in a particular place or in the world.
The rainforest is bursting with biodiversity.
Often appears as...
- high biodiversity
- biodiversity loss
Usage tips
Academic
noun
The difference among living creatures from all sources including terrestrial, marine and other ecosystems.
We must protect the earth's biodiversity for future generations.
Often appears as...
- biodiversity hotspot
- protect biodiversity
Usage tips
Technical
noun
The number and variety of organisms found within a specified geographic region.
The biodiversity of the Pacific Northwest is unique and varied.
Often appears as...
- regional biodiversity
- threatened biodiversity
Usage tips
Academic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Location Specific
Use 'biodiversity' to discuss the variety of life in a specific area, not just any place in general.
The biodiversity of the Amazon basin is under threat.
Pro Tip 2/2Conservation Focus
'Biodiversity' often implies a focus on protecting various species and their habitats.
Conservationists work hard to maintain biodiversity.
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Traveling to the...
massive forest that is indestructible and as I grew up the face would be sad reality that that's not the case how can anyone want to destroy this how can they do it this is the place for the most amazing biodiversity in the world this is the costigan de parada this is our nut and you can eat it and that tree
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The Elusive Iberian Lynx...
bad news stories and it's really important that we inform people about those as well because you know every day that goes past we're losing biodiversity we are losing species trees are being felt but also with every day that goes past there are people doing amazing work and species are being pulled back from
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Want interstellar...
about the loss of biodiversity when we talk about needing to feed everyone when we talk about why we have so much war when we talk about toxins that are in the environment when we talk about wanting to include everyone and the bounty of this world they can't be solved with baby lis baby steps in
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Deep Sea Anglerfish Sex...
which is really important is the Earth's biodiversity which we know that we're losing so rapidly. It is there and every time we seem to stick our noses deeper into it, it offers us opportunities to improve our lives. If we lose that biodiversity, if we're careless with it at this critical point,
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The Heroes Saving Our...
I think it's important to get out into nature once you do that I think it's very hard not to become a convert to the cause of conservation as a whole biodiversity is us and it's in our own best interests who ensure that the natural world survives because ultimately we're also a part of it
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Why is biodiversity so...
Jungles can become deserts, and reefs can become lifeless rocks, even without cataclysmic events, like volcanoes and asteroids. What makes one ecosystem strong and another weak in the face of change? The answer, to a large extent, is biodiversity.
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Wild Beavers Return...
interesting opportunities for other animals so it's kind of creating not just biodiversity it's creating structural diversity which is so important in ecology they are superb with water i don't know how they do what they do you know the
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How Can Bees Save Bears?...
them, at the same time help the bears and all the biodiversity from the dry forests. One of our communities we wanted to start a beekeeping project, so we started with one community that agreed to start with us, working with us,
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Can wildlife adapt to...
For most of our planet's astounding and precious biodiversity, evolution won't be the answer. Instead, many of those species will have to rely on us to help them survive a changing world or face extinction.
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Nathalie Cabrol: How...
Life is abundant in those lakes, but like in many places on Earth right now and due to climate change, there is a huge loss in biodiversity. In the samples that we took back home,
Video examples
Traveling to the...
massive forest that is indestructible and as I grew up the face would be sad reality that that's not the case how can anyone want to destroy this how can they do it this is the place for the most amazing biodiversity in the world this is the costigan de parada this is our nut and you can eat it and that tree
Video examples
The Elusive Iberian Lynx...
bad news stories and it's really important that we inform people about those as well because you know every day that goes past we're losing biodiversity we are losing species trees are being felt but also with every day that goes past there are people doing amazing work and species are being pulled back from
Video examples
Want interstellar...
about the loss of biodiversity when we talk about needing to feed everyone when we talk about why we have so much war when we talk about toxins that are in the environment when we talk about wanting to include everyone and the bounty of this world they can't be solved with baby lis baby steps in
Video examples
Deep Sea Anglerfish Sex...
which is really important is the Earth's biodiversity which we know that we're losing so rapidly. It is there and every time we seem to stick our noses deeper into it, it offers us opportunities to improve our lives. If we lose that biodiversity, if we're careless with it at this critical point,
Video examples
The Heroes Saving Our...
I think it's important to get out into nature once you do that I think it's very hard not to become a convert to the cause of conservation as a whole biodiversity is us and it's in our own best interests who ensure that the natural world survives because ultimately we're also a part of it
Video examples
Why is biodiversity so...
Jungles can become deserts, and reefs can become lifeless rocks, even without cataclysmic events, like volcanoes and asteroids. What makes one ecosystem strong and another weak in the face of change? The answer, to a large extent, is biodiversity.
Video examples
Wild Beavers Return...
interesting opportunities for other animals so it's kind of creating not just biodiversity it's creating structural diversity which is so important in ecology they are superb with water i don't know how they do what they do you know the
Video examples
How Can Bees Save Bears?...
them, at the same time help the bears and all the biodiversity from the dry forests. One of our communities we wanted to start a beekeeping project, so we started with one community that agreed to start with us, working with us,
Video examples
Can wildlife adapt to...
For most of our planet's astounding and precious biodiversity, evolution won't be the answer. Instead, many of those species will have to rely on us to help them survive a changing world or face extinction.
Video examples
Nathalie Cabrol: How...
Life is abundant in those lakes, but like in many places on Earth right now and due to climate change, there is a huge loss in biodiversity. In the samples that we took back home,
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Quote examples
Alice Roberts
English Scientist
So I think as a biologist I would like us to focus on this planet and finding solutions to sustaining humanity, to improving people's lives globally, but doing our absolute utmost to preserve as much biodiversity as we can, knowing that we have already been responsible for the loss of thousands of species.
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Preston Manning
Canadian Politician
There are more effective ways of tackling environmental problems including global warming, proliferation of plastics, urban sprawl, and the loss of biodiversity than by treaties, top-down regulations, and other approaches offered by big governments and their dependents.
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Helen Clark
New Zealander Statesman
Although biodiversity loss continues globally, many countries are significantly slowing the rate of loss by shoring up protected natural areas and the services they provide, and in expanding national park systems with tighter management and more secure funding.
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Anohni
English Musician
America, a country that is no longer contained by physical borders, aspires only for more power and control. I want to maximize my usefulness and advocate for the preservation of biodiversity and the pursuit of human decency within my sphere of influence.
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Jack Dangermond
American Businessman
Our world is evolving without consideration, and the result is a loss of biodiversity, energy issues, congestion in cities. But geography, if used correctly, can be used to redesign sustainable and more livable cities.
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Louise Fresco
Dutch Scientist
Our food is safer and our diets are more diverse than ever before; production methods are becoming increasingly sustainable, clean and efficient; and we are constantly becoming better at protecting biodiversity.
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Arancha Gonzalez
Spanish Economist
Economic desperation often drives wildlife destruction like poaching or illegal logging. But trade can help create powerful financial incentives for communities to preserve the biodiversity around them.
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Johan Rockstrom
Environmentalist
The value of biodiversity is that it makes our ecosystems more resilient, which is a prerequisite for stable societies; its wanton destruction is akin to setting fire to our lifeboat.
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Albert II, Prince of Monaco
Monacan Royalty
I really wanted to address different issues of protection of biodiversity, water management issues that I knew were pretty severe in most countries, and then of course climate change.
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E. O. Wilson
American Scientist
We should preserve every scrap of biodiversity as priceless while we learn to use it and come to understand what it means to humanity.
Quote examples
Alice Roberts
English Scientist
So I think as a biologist I would like us to focus on this planet and finding solutions to sustaining humanity, to improving people's lives globally, but doing our absolute utmost to preserve as much biodiversity as we can, knowing that we have already been responsible for the loss of thousands of species.
Quote examples
Preston Manning
Canadian Politician
There are more effective ways of tackling environmental problems including global warming, proliferation of plastics, urban sprawl, and the loss of biodiversity than by treaties, top-down regulations, and other approaches offered by big governments and their dependents.
Quote examples
Helen Clark
New Zealander Statesman
Although biodiversity loss continues globally, many countries are significantly slowing the rate of loss by shoring up protected natural areas and the services they provide, and in expanding national park systems with tighter management and more secure funding.
Quote examples
Anohni
English Musician
America, a country that is no longer contained by physical borders, aspires only for more power and control. I want to maximize my usefulness and advocate for the preservation of biodiversity and the pursuit of human decency within my sphere of influence.
Quote examples
Jack Dangermond
American Businessman
Our world is evolving without consideration, and the result is a loss of biodiversity, energy issues, congestion in cities. But geography, if used correctly, can be used to redesign sustainable and more livable cities.
Quote examples
Louise Fresco
Dutch Scientist
Our food is safer and our diets are more diverse than ever before; production methods are becoming increasingly sustainable, clean and efficient; and we are constantly becoming better at protecting biodiversity.
Quote examples
Arancha Gonzalez
Spanish Economist
Economic desperation often drives wildlife destruction like poaching or illegal logging. But trade can help create powerful financial incentives for communities to preserve the biodiversity around them.
Quote examples
Johan Rockstrom
Environmentalist
The value of biodiversity is that it makes our ecosystems more resilient, which is a prerequisite for stable societies; its wanton destruction is akin to setting fire to our lifeboat.
Quote examples
Albert II, Prince of Monaco
Monacan Royalty
I really wanted to address different issues of protection of biodiversity, water management issues that I knew were pretty severe in most countries, and then of course climate change.
Quote examples
E. O. Wilson
American Scientist
We should preserve every scrap of biodiversity as priceless while we learn to use it and come to understand what it means to humanity.
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