It has only been relatively recently that we've come to understand the way the Earth is configured. While biogeography might seem like a sleepy, off course subject, i argue that it is, along with genetics and quantum physics, one of the most exciting topics progressing in modern science. There is still so much to be learned: why do species migrate and behave this way? What are the patterns of species diversity and distribution - in the ocean? At different scales? There has been a lot written about these topics, but there is a lot that is yet to be discovered. And if we are to ultimately live in a way where we do less harm to wild nature, we need to know the answers to these questions - we need to know how we can minimize our impact and construct systems that benefit the entire world.
I am exploring a very basic question: what is the goal of conservation? Are we trying to get to some equilibrium in nature? Why should we do this - is equilibrium the correct goal?
If you have thoughts about it, do tell.
Until later - i'll be lost in thought.
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