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biodiversity
[ bahy-oh-di-vur-si-tee, ‑d²¹³ó²â‑ ]
noun
- biological diversity among and within plant and animal species in an environment:
Coral reefs are not just havens for marine biodiversity, they also underpin the economies of many coastal communities.
Spiraling extinctions will continue diminishing biodiversity for hundreds of years.
biodiversity
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noun
- the existence of a wide variety of plant and animal species in their natural environments, which is the aim of conservationists concerned about the indiscriminate destruction of rainforests and other habitats
biodiversity
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- The number, variety, and genetic variation of different organisms found within a specified geographic region.
Notes
˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins
Origin of biodiversity1
Example Sentences
“This extraordinary structure will serve not only animals,†she said, “but it will reconnect an entire ecosystem and protect this global biodiversity hotspot — this moment marks another wonderful milestone toward that goal.â€
"These trees will not only enhance our public spaces, but will also support biodiversity, improve air quality, and serve as a long-term, eco-conscious alternative for future seasonal displays."
Often described as the lungs of the ocean, seagrasses capture about a fifth of all its carbon and they are home to vast biodiversity.
In February, Goldman Sachs launched a “biodiversity bond fund†turning ecosystems into investment products.
The fisherwoman and her colleagues have been monitoring biodiversity in the area's wetlands, which feed into the Magdalena River.
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