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Map reveals key wildlife hotspots
Old 12-04-2008

BBC NEWS | Science/Nature | Map reveals key wildlife hotspots

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Scientists have developed a technique that pinpoints key biodiversity hotspots, which they say will lead to more effective conservation strategies.

Researchers used the system to identify vital habitats in Madagascar, which is home to a vast array of unique species.

Writing in Science, they say their methodology identifies exact areas that support a wide variety of organisms.

More than 80% of the known species on the island nation are not found anywhere else in the world.

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