A geographic hotspot is a region that is significantly richer in biodiversity than the surrounding areas. These areas often contain a high number of endemic species, which are plants and animals that are not found anywhere else in the world. Hotspots are crucial for conservation efforts because they are often threatened by human activities such as deforestation, urbanization, and climate change. To qualify as a geographic hotspot, a region must meet two criteria: it must have at least 1,500 species of vascular plants as endemics, and it must have lost at least 70% of its original habitat. Examples of geographic hotspots include the Amazon Rainforest, the Madagascar region, and the Western Ghats in India.