Purpose of Reserves
Often reserves (or protected areas) are created with the intent of protecting a flagship species, usually "charismatic macrofauna" that are well known to the public (such as the Bengal tiger or giant panda). Other times they are created in the interest of protecting biodiversity. Ecological communities that are at high risk and are considered irreplaceable are often selected to be preserved as well.
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