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/ˈspiːʃiːz prɪzɜːrˈveɪʃən/ · spe·ci·es pre·ser·va·tion
noun
- The practice of protecting and conserving species, especially those that are threatened or endangered, to maintain their populations and ecosystems. The zoo's species preservation program focuses on breeding endangered animals in captivity.
- The preservation of a species' genetic diversity and integrity, often through the collection and storage of genetic material. The conservation organization's species preservation efforts include collecting and storing DNA samples from rare species.
Synonyms
conservationpreservationprotectionconservation biologywildlife conservationecological conservationbiodiversity conservationspecies conservationendangered species protection
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Did you know? The concept of species preservation has been influenced by Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, which highlighted the importance of preserving species to understand and appreciate the natural world.