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A megadiverse country is one of a group of nations that harbours the majority of Earth's species and high numbers of endemic species. Conservation International identified 17 megadiverse countries in 1998. [1] [2] All of them are at least partially in the tropics.
- Venezuela
- United States
- South Africa
- Philippines
- Peru
- Papua New Guinea
- Mexico
- Malaysia
- Madagascar
- Indonesia
Located in a tropical climate, Venezuela holds one of the 17 positions of megadiverse countries. This climate provides the perfect growing environment for around 21,000 plant species. An estimated 38% of these plants are endemicto the country. Amazingly, 8,000 animal species are also endemic to this South American nation. In total, Venezuela has 1,...
The United States includes many different ecosystems from temperate forests to deserts and is home to many different plants and animals. Around 432 mammal species, 800 bird species, 311 reptile species, and 295 amphibian species call the US home. There are several endemic animals including the Channel Islands Spotted Skunk and on the island of Hawa...
With 858 species of birds and 299 species of mammals, South Africais included on the list of megadiverse countries. One hundred thirty-five frogs reside in South Africa and of them, 110 are endemic. Many of the species found on the southern tip of the African continent are endemic, from the long-nosed Golden Mole to the Riverine Rabbit.
Another island nation, the Philippines, hosts a megadiverse collection of plants and animals, many of which are native. There are 612 species of birds of which, 194 are endemic. In addition, 111 amphibian species and 270 reptile species live here. Interestingly, not one plant family is endemic to the island though there is a wide variety of more th...
The different geographic regions in Peru are the Andes mountains, the Pacific coastline, and the Amazon rainforest. This country has over 500 species of mammals of which 70 are endemic, one of these is the Yellow-tailed Woolly Monkey. Perualso has over 1,800 species of birds, 300 species of reptiles, and 380 species of amphibians. Though lacking pl...
Papua New Guineahouses some of the unique flora and fauna in the world. This island nation has the 3rd largest rainforest in the world. Some of the endemic wildlife include carnivorous mice, tree-climbing kangaroos, and giant rats. A large bird population of 730 species lives here as well as over 320 amphibian species and around 300 reptile species...
The coastlines, rainforests, scrublands, temperate forests and mangroves of Mexicoprovide a home to some of the most diverse wildlife on earth. Mexico hosts the second largest number of ecosystems anywhere. Of 536 species of mammals, 30% are endemic. This high level of endemicity is seen in reptiles and amphibians as well. There are 290 amphibian s...
Malaysiajoins the megadiverse countries with 210 mammal species, 620 bird species, 250 reptile species, and 150 frog species. Leonard’s Pipe snake, Hose’s Pygmy Flying Squirrel, and the beautiful Woolly-Stalked Begonia are native here. The country is covered with rainforest and has an extensive coastline that gives a home to such diverse wildlife. ...
A large majority of the flora and fauna found in Madagascar are endemic. Due to its various ecosystems, Madagascarhas secured a spot on the megadiverse list. Living here are over 13,700 plant species (majority endemic), 389 reptile species, 278 amphibian species (all endemic!), 282 bird species, and 220 mammal species. The Fossa, a carnivorous feli...
The Bawean Deer, Rock Island Snake-necked Turtle, and Proboscis Monkey can only be found in Indonesia. This nation is an archipelago of around 17,000 islands. After Brazil, Indonesiaboasts the second highest number of bird species - 1,592. There are also 781 species of reptiles, 270 species of amphibians, and 515 species of mammals. Of 25,000 flowe...
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Dec 29, 1993 · Ecuador is one of the 17 megadiverse countries of the world. This diversity is due to the location of the country in the neotropics, the presence of the Andes and the influence of the ocean’s currents on its coasts. It is divided into 4 well-defined natural geographical zones: coast, mountain range, the Amazon and the Galapagos Islands.
Apr 22, 2019 · Megadiverse Country Profile: Ecuador Ecuador is the first country in the world to recognize the Rights of Nature, enforceable by law, in its 2008 constitution. At the time of the constitution, close to 20% of the country's land was designated as preserved.
Sep 29, 2020 · Vanessa Hogan. Sep 29, 2020. 4 min read. Ecuador: A Megadiverse Country. Updated: Jan 2, 2022. According to Conservation International, there are only 17 megadiverse countries in the world, and Ecuador is number 6 on that list, despite being a small country.
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One of 17 megadiverse countries in the world, [21] [22] Ecuador hosts many endemic plants and animals, such as those of the Galápagos Islands. In recognition of its unique ecological heritage, the new constitution of 2008 is the first in the world to recognize legally enforceable rights of nature. [23] Etymology.
The identified Megadiverse Countries are: United States of America, Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela, Brazil, Democratic Republic of Congo, South Africa, Madagascar, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Papua New Guinea, China, and Australia.
