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Islands harbor nearly 20% of Earth's biodiversity, yet remain overlooked in conservation strategies
Although they account for just 7% of the Earth's land surface, island ecosystems harbor almost 20% of the world's biodiversity. From sea-level rise to biological invasions, islands are facing multiple pressures associated with…
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