Conservation scientists 'unanimous' in expectations of serious loss of biological diversity, study shows
Tuesday, November 8, 2011 - 22:30
in Biology & Nature
The number of species recognized as endangered is ever increasing and a new study reveals the unanimity among conservation scientists of expectations of a major loss of biological diversity. The survey also shows a growing acceptance of controversial strategies such as ‘triage’ -- a decision to prioritize resources and not to intervene to save some highly threatened species.