Discover biodiversity
Every journey begins with a question.
Biodiversity is life in all its hidden forms. Just because we don’t see it, doesn’t mean it’s not there — working quietly, connecting species and systems, holding everything in balance. It’s the web that keeps our world alive.
What is biodiversity
Biodiversity is what makes ecosystems resilient.
The more varied the species, the better nature can adapt to change — whether it’s drought, floods, or human impact.
Imagine a forest like a living system of checks and balances: every plant, insect, fungus, and animal plays a role in keeping it stable.
Even the smallest organisms make the difference between collapse and recovery.
Biodiversity stories
Stories, questions, connections: biodiversity explained as if it were an adventure
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stories
Good or bad, unbalanced funding in research
Imbalance in the allocation of conservation funds threatens endangered species
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stories
Low nectar, a problem for wild bees
According to a study, when resources are scarce, honey bees prevail over wild bee species
Biodiversity bites
Explore a huge world in small doses: short content for those with little time but lots of curiosity
The numbers of biodiversity in Italy
How many species live in our forests, wetlands, and seas?
Explore the data behind Italy’s extraordinary natural wealth — species, habitats, and ecosystems — mapped, measured, and made visible.
A clear look at the richness we must protect, and why it matters now more than ever.
Understanding to change. Learn, explore, rethink.
To protect biodiversity, we must first understand it. This is where that journey begins.
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experiences
Theater “Nomadic – Singing for Biodiversity”
A theatrical and musical performance that is part of the Racconti di Scienza column (exclusive to Rai Scuola) that combines scientific storytelling, visual suggestions, poetry and music to recount the phenomenon of migration as a foundational element of biodiversity and human evolution by Telmo Pievani.
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experiences
Vallisneri Photo Contest – Biodiversity in Crisis
A photo catalog of winning images from a biodiversity competition to raise awareness through art.
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experiences
The Biodiversity Issue Comics&Science
A popular comic book that addresses the topic of biodiversity through graphic storytelling and in-depth scientific articles.
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experiences
SBI – Species Biodiversity Investigation | Introductory video for teachers
Introductory video to accompany and introduce the online games provided
Voices from biodiversity
Meet the researchers, ecologists, and visionaries who dedicate their lives to understanding, protecting, and giving voice to biodiversity.
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interviews
Biodiversity and circular health: the integrated approach of Aboca
A dialogue with Jacopo Orlando on agricultural strategies, research and projects with NBFC
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interviews
From nature to drug with the help of artificial intelligence
Interview with Dompé on the NBFC project, where biodiversity and biotech meet
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interviews
PlantaRei: everything flows, even green innovation
Biosolutions, circular economy and regulatory challenges for a sustainable future
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interviews
Inside the esposoma: health, city and future
Gloria Bertoli guides us on a journey between science, the environment, and personalized medicine
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interviews
Research and business: ‘biodiversity is a mine’
An interview with Flavia Guzzo on the untapped potential of our flora
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interviews
Urban roots: journey to discover hidden biodiversity
Bioinformatics and botany united for greener cities
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interviews
Aquaponics: nature and sustainable technology
From environmental biodiversity to microbiological biodiversity, the Fish&I project as told by one of the protagonists.
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interviews
Innovating with biodiversity: a possible bet
Stefano Denicolai tells how biodiversity and innovation can generate new value for businesses and the environment
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interviews
Nourishing health, every day
With Hellas Cena we discover how wellness is built through daily choices
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interviews
Microorganisms, protagonists of biodiversity
In their invisible world, biodiversity comes to life
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interviews
Small, autonomous and affordable: OpenSwap
A possible ideal solution for exploring the biodiversity of less accessible coastal areas
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interviews
Studying biodiversity from satellite
Used until now only for soil study, today the satellite is also a valuable ally for marine biodiversity analysis
From saying to doing: projects for biodiversity
A stretch of coast restored. A species tracked. A method put to the test. Here, ideas become action, and action changes everything.
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projects
SIMON PARC: innovation and community for the future of the Ugento Coastline
The SIMON PARC (Innovative Solutions for MONitoring, Preservation, Enhancement and Restoration of PARCo Biodiversity) project was created within the Ugento Coastal Regional Natural Park to respond to the growing effects of anthropogenic impacts and climate change.
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projects
BramitAPP: Bramit becomes digital
The project BramitAPP – Digitization of the Deer Census using the bramito method was born in the National Park of Casentino Forests, Mount Falterona and Campigna, and represents a decisive step toward innovation in wildlife conservation.
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projects
Cyclop’s Pelagic Survey: monitoring in the Cyclops Sea
Cyclop’s Pelagic Survey project consists of a sampling plan aimed at filling current knowledge gaps and producing compatible and comparable data.
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projects
RARE ISLANDS: conservation of biodiversity in the Tuscan Islands.
The RARE ISLANDS project proposes to analyze the effects of climate change through monitoring and conservation and awareness actions.