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Biological diversity

Definition(s)

The interacting system of a biological community and its non-living environmental surroundings in a climatic region where the annual precipitation averages less than 10 inches per year. (Source: GEMET/ TOE / DOE)

Hierarchy

Broader: Ecosystems
Related concepts from Law and Environment Ontology:

In other languages

French
écosystème des terres arides
Russian
экосистема засушливых районов
Spanish
ecosistema árido
Arabic
نظام إيكولوجي قاحل

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Multilateral environment agreements tagged with Arid ecosystems

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Cartagena Protocol
International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture
Kyoto Protocol
United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification