The concept of 'Biodiversity Hotspots' was first introduced by which ecologist?
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Correct answer: Norman Myers
Norman Myers introduced the concept in 1988 to identify regions with high levels of endemic species facing significant habitat loss. To qualify, a region must have lost at least 70% of its original primary vegetation.
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