Indo-Burma
 
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Indo-Burma

In terms of species diversity and endemism, the Indo-Burma Biodiversity Hotspot, is one of the most biologically important regions of the planet. The hotspot is still revealing its biological treasures—six large mammal species have been discovered since 1992. A remarkable diversity of tortoise and freshwater turtle species are found here, too, as are some 1,200 species of birds.

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Indo-Burma

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The combination of rapid economic development and an increasing human population is exerting enormous pressure on Indo-Burma’s natural resources. Threats to many species, sites and even landscapes are immediate and severe. They include: hunting and wildlife trade; agro-industrial plantations; hydropower dams; agriculture and logging amongst others.

For more information on this hotspot, please visit www.cepf.net.