Environmental Science
Why Biodiversity Hotspots Coincide with Topographically Diverse Regions
Quick fact
More than 80% of the world's terrestrial biodiversity hotspots are located in mountainous regions, despite mountains covering only about 25% of Earth's land surface.
Why this is interesting
You've likely seen lush, species-rich valleys nestled between towering peaks, but why do so many of Earth's biodiversity hotspots sit in rugged, mountainous terrain? The answer lies in how topography crafts a cradle for life.