Setting conservation priorities Flashcards
IUCN Species categories
What does IUCN stand for
International Union for Conservation of Nature
What is the role of the ICUN
- Coordinates global data on biodiversity conservation
- Increase understanding of the importance of biodiversity
- Deploy nature-based solutions to global challenges in climate, food and sustainable development
What is the IUCN Red List
Categories of species according to their vulnerability to extinction
What are the Red List priority species
- Flagship species
- EDGE species
- Keystone species
- Endemic species
What are the IUCN Red List 8 categories
Extinct
Extinct in the wild
Critically endangered
Endangered
Vulnerable near threatened
Near threatened
Least concern
Data-deficient
What does EDGE species stand for
Evolutionary distinct and globally endangered species
What are EDGE species
Threatened species that have few or no close genetic relatives
What are examples of EDGE species
- Pangalin
- Pygmy hippopotamus
- Purple frog
Example of an EDGE species conservation case study
Pygmy Hippopotamus
What are Endemic species
Species that are found in only one geographical area
What are examples of Endemic species
- Polar bear
- Pandas
- Marine iguanas
Example of an Endemic species conservation case study
Polar bears
What are Keystone species
Have an important role maintaining the ecology and community and have a great impact on the environment
What are examples of Keystone species
- Beavers
- Elephants
- Parrot fish
Example of a Keystone conservation case study
Parrot fish
