scienceindicators

Species Observations

Reflects species observations from public data base.

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historic data availability

description

This indicator identifies the presence of species that are at risk of extinction, as classified by authoritative sources like the IUCN Red List. It serves as a critical measure of biodiversity and highlights areas of high conservation importance. Monitoring rare and threatened species is essential for environmental impact assessments, guiding conservation efforts, and ensuring compliance with biodiversity regulations.

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