New plan aims to include #parasites in conservation efforts “Parasites are an incredibly diverse group of species, but as a society, we do not recognize this biological diversity as valuable" - @DrChelseaLWood, @UW_SAFS More from @michellecarole 👇 weforum.org/agenda/2020/08/b…

Here’s why parasites aren’t as bad you might think - and why we need to save them

Parasites have been left out of most conservation plans, but with only 4% known to infect humans, their vital ecological roles shouldn't be overlooked.

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Aug 18, 2020 · 8:02 AM UTC

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Replying to @IPBES @DrChelseaLWood @UW_SAFS @michellecarole
Some has positive functions in bio-control
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