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Conservation

The act of preventing further environmental damage and protecting existing habitats and species.

Regeneration

The process of repairing ecosystems that have already been damaged and restoring natural habitats and biodiversity.

In situ conservation

Protecting species within their natural habitats.

Ex situ conservation

Protecting species outside their natural environments.

Mixed conservation

Combines in situ and ex situ conservation approaches.

Flagship species

A well-known species used to gain public attention and support for conservation efforts.

Keystone species

A species that has a disproportionately large impact on its ecosystem relative to its abundance.

Biosphere reserves

Protected areas that consist of three zones: core, buffer, and transition zones.

Rewilding

Restoring natural ecosystems by allowing natural processes to return, often with minimal human intervention.

Ecotourism

Responsible tourism that focuses on natural environments and conservation.