Protecting 17 Percent of Earth's Land Could Save Two-Thirds of Plant Species (IMAGE)

Duke University

Protecting 17 Percent of Earth's Land Could Save Two-Thirds of Plant Species

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This world map shows where the greatest concentrations of endemic native vegetation may still be found. Red, orange and yellow are highest concentrations. Darkest blue is lowest.

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Clinton Jenkins, NC State University

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