WHAT CAN HUMANITY DO TO HELP THE ANIMAL AND PLANT WORLD AND TO REDUCE THE DISAPPEARANCE OF RARE GIFTS OF NATURE?
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Keywords: Conservation, biodiversity, rare species, habitat protection, sustainable practices.Abstract
Annotation. The rapid disappearance of rare animal and plant species poses a significant threat to biodiversity and ecosystem stability. This article explores various strategies that humanity can employ to protect and conserve these invaluable gifts of nature. Through a comprehensive literature analysis, methods employed in conservation efforts are evaluated, and their results are discussed. The study concludes with suggestions for future actions to ensure the long-term preservation of rare species and the ecosystems they inhabit.
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