What is a biodiversity hotspot and why is it important to protect such areas? Explain why Madagascar is an endangered biodiversity hotspot. Explain the importance of protecting ecosystem services and...

What is a biodiversity hotspot and why is it important to protect such areas? Explain why Madagascar is an endangered biodiversity hotspot. Explain the importance of protecting ecosystem services and list three ways to do this. What is a life raft ecosystem? Describe Gretchen Daily’s efforts to place an economic value on ecosystem services.