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David Attenborough – It is that range of biodiversity that we must care for – the whole thing – rather than just one or two stars
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Welcome to The Daily Quote – a podcast designed to kickstart your day in a positive way. I'm your host, Andrew McGivern, for May 22nd, 2025.
Now, today’s national holiday might not come with balloons or cake, but it’s arguably one of the most important days on the calendar – it’s the International Day for Biological Diversity. That’s right. A whole day dedicated to celebrating the incredible variety of life on Earth. From microscopic fungi to massive blue whales, nature’s basically flexing its creative muscles. And honestly, she’s got range.
In honor of this day, I’ve chosen a quote that speaks directly to the heart of it all. It comes from the legendary conservationist and broadcaster, Sir David Attenborough:
“It is that range of biodiversity that we must care for – the whole thing – rather than just one or two stars.”
Now, Sir David might not be talking about Hollywood, but the point still stands. We’re often dazzled by the lions, pandas, and other charismatic “A-listers” of the animal kingdom – and hey, I love a good panda gif as much as the next person – but true biodiversity is the ensemble cast. The unsung heroes. The worms, the mosses, even the bacteria you didn’t know were working overtime under your feet to keep the planet spinning.
This quote reminds you that everything in nature is connected. Caring for biodiversity isn’t about spotlighting just a few “cute” or “marketable” species – it’s about recognizing that every creature plays a role. Just like every character in a sitcom holds it together – even the weird neighbor with one line per episode.
So today, as you go about your routine, maybe take a moment to appreciate the complexity of life around you. That patch of weeds? Could be a pollinator’s buffet. That bird song? Might be a tiny soprano announcing her territory. It’s all part of the grand, messy, beautiful web.
That's gonna do it for today. But I'll be back tomorrow, same pod time, same pod station with another Daily Quote.
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