Jump to navigation. CEPF grantees work in developing and transitional countries in the world's biodiversity hotspots—some of Earth's most biologically diverse yet threatened terrestrial areas. Since , CEPF has funded conservation in 24 of the 36 hotspots. Explore the Biodiversity Hotspots CEPF grantees work in developing and transitional countries in the world's biodiversity hotspots—some of Earth's most biologically diverse yet threatened terrestrial areas.
Currently Investing. Make a one time donation Make a monthly donation. Why are biodiversity hotspots important? There are places on Earth that are both biologically rich — and deeply threatened. For our own sake, we must work to protect them. Species are the building blocks of Earth's life-support systems.
We all depend on them. What are biodiversity hotspots? To qualify as a biodiversity hotspot, a region must meet two strict criteria: It must have at least 1, vascular plants as endemics — which is to say, it must have a high percentage of plant life found nowhere else on the planet.
A hotspot, in other words, is irreplaceable. In other words, it must be threatened. Why Do Biodiversity Hotspots Matter? Home All. First of all, what is a biodiversity hotspot? To be a biodiversity hotspot, a location must meet two criteria: You cannot find half a percent of its plant life or 1, distinct species anywhere else on earth.
Here are seven to get familiar with: Hispaniola is among the Caribbean islands comprising a biodiversity hotspot. The Caribbean Islands Haiti , the Dominican Republic , Cuba, Jamaica, the British and US Virgin Islands, the Bahamas, and all the other neighboring islands are home to a wide number of plants and animals that are only found in that region.
The Atlantic Forest in Brazil The east coast of Brazil is home to a diversity of species across its mountain ranges and the surrounding forests. Backyard garden projects in Thailand create new opportunities. Southeast Asia This region comprises a large geographical area. The Philippines The 7,plus islands that make up the Philippines create conditions for rich biodiversity. Churches protect forest spaces in Ethiopia. Madagascar Madagascar is home to some distinct succulent woodlands and a wide variety of unique animal species.
The California Coast The California Coast may have enviable views and weather—along with high costs of living—but it also hosts some of the greatest number of total plant and bird species. Tag: guatemala , tijuana , san ysidro , san diego , environmental justice , stewardship , environmental stewardship , creation care , christian environmentalists , mexico , christian development , christian environmentalism , environmentalists , plant with purpose , sustainability , christian , environment , environmentalism , church.
Jump to navigation. There are currently 36 recognized biodiversity hotspots. Many of the biodiversity hotspots exceed the two criteria. The loss of vegetation in some hotspots has reached a startling 95 percent. The extinction crisis is vast, and conservation funds are limited, so focus is a critical element of CEPF's approach.
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