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Preferred term

flagship species  

Definition

A charismatic or well-known species that is associated with a given habitat or ecosystem and that may serve as a symbol and rallying point to increase public awareness of the need for conservation action or climate change remediation. Source: Encyclopedia of Biodiversity (2013)
English

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • charismatic species
  • emblematic species
  • iconic species

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In other languages

  • espèce étendard

    French

  • espèce charismatique
  • espèce emblématique
  • espèce iconique
  • espèce porte-drapeau

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/BLH-JG9CNHSW-Z

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