laajakirjoisuus
Laajakirjoisuus refers to the concept of biodiversity, encompassing 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 genetic diversity within species, species diversity within communities, and ecosystem diversity across landscapes. High biodiversity is generally considered a hallmark of a healthy and resilient ecosystem, capable of adapting to environmental changes.
The importance of biodiversity is multifaceted. Ecologically, it contributes to ecosystem stability and functioning, as a
Threats to biodiversity are numerous and primarily driven by human activities. Habitat destruction and fragmentation, pollution,