Megadiverse
//ˌmɛɡədaɪˈvɜːs// adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Exhibiting great diversity, especially great biodiversity. not-comparable
"High rates of conversion [of natural habitats to agriculture] have clear implications for biodiversity loss. Of special concern are rates of conversion in the so-called megadiverse states: areas identified as being of high species endemism."
Example
More examples"High rates of conversion [of natural habitats to agriculture] have clear implications for biodiversity loss. Of special concern are rates of conversion in the so-called megadiverse states: areas identified as being of high species endemism."
Etymology
From mega- (prefix meaning ‘very large, great’) + diverse, possibly modelled after biodiverse.
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