The term "Least Concern" is used in conservation biology to classify species that are not currently facing a significant risk of extinction. These species have stable or increasing populations and are widely distributed across their habitats. The classification helps prioritize conservation efforts for species that are more threatened.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) maintains a Red List that categorizes species based on their risk of extinction. Species labeled as "Least Concern" serve as a benchmark for assessing the health of ecosystems and can indicate successful conservation practices when their populations thrive.