Earth is home to millions of discovered species of plants and animals with many more yet to be known. They all play vital roles in each other, their ecosystems, and the planet's overall health and ...
Biodiversity conservation is critical for sustainable development, poverty reduction, and climate stability. It supports ecosystems that provide food, water, and resources, especially in developing ...
A new survey attempts to fill some of the gaps in understanding by synthesizing the perspectives of thousands of biodiversity experts worldwide. The survey received 3,331 responses from scientists ...
To better understand what drives biological diversity on Earth, scientists have historically looked at genetic differences between species. But this only provides part of the picture. The traits of a ...
Are we already noticing significant biodiversity shifts or losses as a result of climate change in recent decades? -- J.D., Loveland, CO ...
Earth’s habitats are facing a big increase in the number of alien species they have to deal with. These are organisms transported beyond their original habitats as a result of human activities, where ...
The Australian Government is currently consulting on proposed changes to its "Nature Repair" scheme, under the Nature Repair Act 2023 (Cth), to enable the scheme to supply biodiversity offsets for ...