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Biological diversity

Definition(s)

The combination of the ecosystem components, processes and benefits / services that characterise the wetland at a given point in time. (Source: Ramsar Convention, Resolution IX.1 Annex A)

In other languages

French
caractéristique écologique
Russian
экологический признак
Spanish
característica ecológica
Chinese, Simplified
生态特征
Arabic
طابع إيكولوجي

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Multilateral environment agreements tagged with ecological character

You can see below a list of multilateral environment agreements. Use the links on the right to view the content tagged with ecological character. This includes official treaty texts, decisions, recommendations, and other related informational documents such as publications, annuals, meetings, documents or reports.
The Convention on Wetlands
Noumea Convention