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Flora and fauna are the twin pillars of biodiversity, supporting ecological balance, cultural values, and sustainable development. However, the increasing pressures of climate change, habitat degradation, and unsustainable land use threaten global biodiversity. Biodiversity and climate change are interconnected crises threatening planetary stability. Biodiverse ecosystems contribute to climate regulation through carbon sequestration, while climate change drives habitat loss, phenological shifts, and species extinctions. This paper explores the interdependence between biological diversity (flora and fauna), sustainable development goals (SDGs), and the escalating challenge of climate change. It examines the relationship between biodiversity conservation and sustainable development, analyzing global trends, policies, and integrated strategies such as nature-based solutions (NbS)emphasizes the ecological and socio-economic importance of conserving biodiversity, evaluates current threats, and outlines integrated strategies for resilience. The paper argues for a holistic, ecosystem-based approach to development that safeguards both biodiversity and climate stability.