Chapter 20, Problem 15WIO

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The information about the Convention on Biological Diversity and $\text{CITES}$.

Introduction:

The Convention on Biological Diversity was signed by $\text{15}0$ government leaders in $1992$ at the Rio Earth Summit. It is dedicated to promoting sustainable development. $\text{CITES}$ regulates or bans international trade of species under threat.

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The biodiversity crisis tackled by $\text{CBD}$ and $\text{CITES}$ on a global scale.

Introduction:

The main causes of loss of biodiversity are habitat destruction and degradation, human population size, pollution, overexploitation, and invasive species. Conservation biologists develop strategies for preserving biodiversity.