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TheDiversityOfLifeOnEarth Chapter7 PDF
TheDiversityOfLifeOnEarth Chapter7 PDF
Biodiversity Hotspots
and Conservation
Priorities
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VII.1 (b)
The above map shows the principal biodiversity hotspots which have been identified around the world. The above map
shows that most biodiversity rich regions are in tropical and subtropical areas. South East Asia has numerous hotspots.
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VII.3 (b)
The Philippines is suffering from severe degradation of its biodiversity. Most of this occurs as a result
of deforestation, trading of animal species and overexploitation of resources
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VII 5 (b)
Coral reefs are amongst the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth, yet some of the
most threatened.
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