Prioritizing Choices in the Conservation of Flora and Fauna: Research Trends and Methodological Approaches

Here, we synthesized the research trends in conservation priorities for terrestrial fauna and flora across globe from peer-reviewed articles published 1990 to 2022, following Preferred Reporting Items Systematic Reviews Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Results showed India have highest number of studies (i.e., 12) about topic. Contrarily, most megadiverse biodiversity hotspot countries only 1–3 studies. Flora are more documented than faunal The bio-ecological attributes frequently used criteria prioritizing choices 55.42%) species 41.08%). climatic/edaphic taxonomic/genetic variables had lowest frequency <5%). For fauna, value <10%) was observed socioeconomic criteria. Moreover, point scoring method (PSM), prioritization, followed by priority index (CPI), correlation analysis, principal component analysis (PCA), distribution model, rule-based method. present review also multiple as approach both species. We highlight need increase not prioritization but scientific efforts on improving biodiversity-related information regions an improved methodology, particularly aspect.