Conservation biology

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Conservation Biology

Conservation biology (pronunciation: /kənˈsɜːrveɪʃən baɪˈɒlədʒi/) is a multidisciplinary science that has developed to address the loss of biodiversity. Its primary goal is to ensure the survival of species and ecosystems.

Etymology

The term "conservation biology" was first used in the 1980s, combining the concept of biological conservation with the scientific approach of biology. The term "conservation" comes from the Latin conservare, meaning "to keep, preserve". The term "biology" comes from the Greek bios, meaning "life", and -logia, meaning "study of".

Related Terms

  • Biodiversity: The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.
  • Ecosystem: A community of living organisms in conjunction with the nonliving components of their environment, interacting as a system.
  • Endangered species: A species of organism that is at risk of becoming extinct.
  • Habitat conservation: A land management practice that seeks to conserve, protect and restore habitat areas for wild plants and animals, especially conservation reliant species.
  • Wildlife management: The process of keeping certain wildlife populations, including endangered animals or game species, at desirable levels determined by wildlife managers.

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