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The concept of biodiversity has provoked considerable debate and misunderstanding among the general public, decision-makers, and even the scientific community. Much has been published on the subject since its first appearance at the National Forum on BioDiversity in September, 1986, the proceedings of which became the best-seller, BioDiversity. But
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