Terrestrial, freshwater and coastal marine ecosystems are impacted by the 3 billion people that currently live in in biodiversity hotspots . At the same time, biodiversity in hotspots supports the livelihoods of the local communities. The suite of adaptation options for biodiversity are as applicable inside as outside hotspots . Many of these hotspots are now faced with widespread fragmentation and habitat degradation  .
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Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability
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