ecological integrity

**ecological integrity**:
Ecological integrity refers to the ability of an ecosystem to support and maintain a balanced, adaptive community of organisms having a species composition, diversity, and functional organization comparable to that of natural habitats within a region. It encompasses the preservation of natural processes, biodiversity, and the resilience of ecosystems to environmental change. This tag includes topics related to conservation, habitat preservation, sustainable management, and efforts to restore and protect the health and functionality of natural environments.