The human juggernaut is permanently eroding Earth's ancient biosphere.…

E. O. Wilson
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The human juggernaut is permanently eroding Earth's ancient biosphere. ✨ My wish: Build the Encyclopedia of Life. TED Talks, www.ted.com. March, 2007.
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