Researchers have uncovered that the widely cited statistic claiming 80% of the world’s biodiversity is located in Indigenous territories lacks credible evidence, fundamentally undermining conservation strategies.
Indigenous leaders express concern that the perpetuation of unfounded statistics can distract from genuine efforts to foster true biodiversity conservation and protect the livelihoods of Indigenous communities.
The propagation of the 80% biodiversity figure not only misrepresents data but risks delegitimizing the valid concerns Indigenous Peoples have regarding environmental stewardship and biodiversity.
By focusing on unfounded claims, conservation efforts risk alienating Indigenous communities who are essential partners in the protection and sustainable use of natural resources.
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