With reference to an organization known as ‘Birdlife International’ which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. It is a Global Partnership of Conservation Organizations.
2. The concept of ‘biodiversity hotspots’ originated from this organization.
3. It identifies the sites known/referred to as ‘Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas’.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

BirdLife International is a global partnership of conservation organisations. Its primary goal is to conserve birds, their habitats, and global biodiversity while promoting the sustainable use of natural resources.

BirdLife International is the world’s largest partnership of conservation organizations, with over 120 partner organizations.

BirdLife's Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA) Programme focuses on identifying, monitoring, and protecting a global network of IBAs for the conservation of birds and other wildlife.

The concept of 'biodiversity hotspots' was not originated by Birdlife International.

Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is correct.

Hence, only statements 1 and 3 are correct.

Sources:

• BirdLife International