THE CONTINUOUS DEVELOPMENT OF BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION REGIMES: A LEGAL ANALYSIS BEFORE AND AFTER THE CREATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS

The conservation of biological diversity has emerged as a critical global environmental concern, growing in significance as ecological degradation accelerates. Human activities driven by excessive exploitation, such as indiscriminate deforestation, overhunting, and habitat destruction, are causing rapid biodiversity loss and disrupting the delicate balance of nature. This loss not only threatens ecosystems but also poses severe long-term risks to human well-being and survival. Alarmingly, at the current rate of exploitation, several endangered species could disappear within the next two to three years. Addressing this crisis requires urgent and coordinated action at both national and international levels. International legal organizations have taken notable steps to conserve biodiversity, focusing on the protection of endangered species from overexploitation and extinction. Regional and transboundary agreements further strengthen these global efforts, ensuring shared responsibility for biodiversity protection. Enforcement and monitoring mechanisms play a crucial role in translating these legal frameworks into tangible conservation outcomes. This paper examines the effectiveness of recognized international standards in addressing the threats posed to biodiversity. It also emphasizes the need for stronger global cooperation, legal enforcement, and community participation to achieve lasting conservation results. Ultimately, preserving biodiversity is not only an environmental necessity but also an ethical obligation to safeguard the planet’s natural heritage for future generations.