Does the loss of biological diversity actually matter?
The Earth’s biodiversity — the variety of life across all levels, from genes to ecosystems — is under unprecedented threat due to human activities. Scientists […]
Ecology
Must conservationists focus on protecting and preserving only our pristine ecosystems?
Conservation efforts have traditionally centered on preserving “pristine” ecosystems — areas presumed to be untouched by human activity. These ecosystems, such as primary rainforests, remote […]