Lífverufjölbreytni
Lífverufjölbreytni is an Icelandic term that translates to biodiversity. It encompasses the variety of life on Earth at all its levels, from genes to ecosystems, and the ecological and evolutionary processes that sustain it. This includes the diversity within species (genetic diversity), between species (species diversity), and of ecosystems. Understanding and conserving lífverufjölbreytni is crucial for the health of the planet and human well-being, as diverse ecosystems provide essential services such as clean air and water, pollination, and climate regulation.
The decline of lífverufjölbreytni is a significant global concern, driven by factors such as habitat destruction,