Sustainable development is a strategy for economic and social development that aims to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It is not a threat to conservation, but rather a potential solution.

Habitat loss and fragmentation can be caused by a variety of human activities, including agriculture, urbanization, mining, and other forms of development. These activities can destroy or degrade natural habitats, making them unsuitable for wildlife.

Climate change can have a wide range of negative impacts on biodiversity. It can cause species to lose their habitats, disrupt food chains and ecosystems, and lead to the spread of invasive species. These impacts can threaten the survival of many species and ecosystems.

Plastic waste is a major threat to marine ecosystems. It can entangle marine life, block their digestive tracts, and leach toxic chemicals into the environment. Plastic waste also contributes to the formation of microplastics, which can be ingested by marine organisms and have harmful effects on their health.

Promoting sustainable agriculture is not a direct strategy for addressing habitat loss and fragmentation. However, it can help to reduce the demand for land for agriculture, which can indirectly help to protect natural habitats.

The primary goal of conservation biology is to protect and restore biodiversity. This includes protecting and restoring natural habitats, managing and sustaining natural resources, promoting sustainable development, and educating the public about environmental issues.

Native species are species that are naturally found in a particular region. They are not invasive species. Invasive species are non-native species that have been introduced to a new region and have become a threat to the native species and ecosystems.

The decline of coral reefs is caused by a combination of factors, including climate change, overfishing, pollution, and other human activities. Climate change is causing the ocean to become warmer and more acidic, which is harmful to corals. Overfishing can reduce the number of herbivorous fish that graze on algae, which can lead to an overgrowth of algae that can smother corals. Pollution can also harm corals and disrupt coral reef ecosystems.

The main goal of sustainable development is to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This means that sustainable development must take into account the environmental, social, and economic impacts of our actions and ensure that we are not depleting resources or harming the environment in a way that will make it difficult for future generations to meet their needs.

Biodiversity does not directly reduce the risk of natural disasters. However, it can help to mitigate the impacts of natural disasters by providing natural buffers and resources that can help to protect communities and ecosystems.

The main cause of deforestation in the Amazon rainforest is agriculture. Large areas of the rainforest are being cleared for cattle ranching, soybean farming, and other agricultural purposes. This is leading to the loss of biodiversity, the release of greenhouse gases, and the displacement of indigenous peoples.

Noise pollution is not a type of pollution in the same way that air pollution, water pollution, and land pollution are. Noise pollution is a type of environmental disturbance that can have negative impacts on human health and well-being.

The main cause of the decline of amphibian populations is disease, particularly a fungal disease called chytridiomycosis. Chytridiomycosis is a deadly disease that affects amphibians' skin and can lead to death. It is thought to have been spread by the global trade in amphibians.

Biosphere reserves are not protected areas in the same way that national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and marine protected areas are. Biosphere reserves are areas that are managed to promote sustainable development and conservation. They include a core area that is protected from development, a buffer zone where sustainable development is allowed, and a transition zone where traditional land uses are allowed.

The main goal of the Convention on Biological Diversity is to conserve biodiversity, promote sustainable use of biodiversity, and ensure the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits of biodiversity. The convention was adopted in 1992 and has been signed by over 190 countries.