Biodiversity (biological diversity) refers to the total variety and variability of life on Earth. Specifically, it describes the number and types of all living organisms—including plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms—present in the world or a particular habitat. Currently, scientists have described approximately 1.7 to 1.8 million species, which represents the known portion of Earth's biodiversity.

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