Conservation biology

Conservation biology is a multidisciplinary science that has developed to address the loss of biodiversity. Its primary goal is to provide principles and tools for preserving biological diversity. This involves the study of both species and ecosystems.

Definition

Conservation biology is defined as the scientific study of the nature and status of Earth's biodiversity with the aim of protecting species, their habitats, and ecosystems from excessive rates of extinction. It is an interdisciplinary subject drawing on natural and social sciences, and the practice of natural resource management.

History

The term "conservation biology" was introduced as the title of a conference held at the University of California, San Diego in La Jolla, California in 1978 organized by biologists Bruce A. Wilcox and Michael E. Soulé.

Principles

The three guiding principles of conservation biology are:

1. The genetic diversity of species should be preserved
2. The ecosystem should be managed as a whole
3. The biodiversity should be preserved

Conservation strategies

Conservation strategies include establishing protected areas, restoring damaged ecosystems, and promoting biodiversity in human-dominated landscapes.

Challenges

Conservation biology faces many challenges, including habitat loss, climate change, and overexploitation of species.

See also

• Biodiversity
• Ecology
• Environmental science
• Wildlife conservation

External links

• Society for Conservation Biology

Conservation biology Resources
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