= Elevational diversity gradient
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The elevational diversity gradient refers to the pattern of biodiversity changes as one moves up or down a mountain or hilly landscape in relation to elevation. Generally, this concept describes how species richness and diversity can vary with altitude. In many cases, biodiversity tends to increase with elevation up to a certain point, often peaking at mid-elevations, and then it may decrease at higher altitudes.
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