Post-2020 goals overlook genetic diversity

In January, the secretariat of the on Biological Diversity (CBD) the first draft of a post-2020 biodiversity framework with goals targets for biodiversity (1, 2). We are concerned that the goal suggested genetic diversity—the basic element evolutionary processes and all biological diversity—is weak. Abundant scientific recognizes the crucial role of genetic diversity in ecosystem , species survival, and adaptation, under increased threats of climate change, habitat loss, and diseases (3). new goals should correct omissions in previous strategy document.