An infographic from the World Bank presents species decline rates, main threats to biodiversity, why biodiversity matters, and signs of hope, which derive from the declaration of protected areas around the world and private sector investments in biodiversity.
The Infographic is also available in Spanish.
31 August 2012: The World Bank has published an educational graphic explaining the main challenges faced by biodiversity conservation efforts, as well as the value of biodiversity for humankind.
The infographic presents species decline rates, main threats to biodiversity, why biodiversity matters, and signs of hope, which derive from the declaration of protected areas around the world and private sector investments in biodiversity.
It also notes the World Bank has invested US$4.9 billion in projects on biodiversity conservation, protecting vulnerable landscapes and sustaining livelihoods in developing countries.
The Infographic is also available in Spanish. [Biodiversity Infographic]