Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Biocentric refers to an ethical perspective that recognizes the inherent value of all living organisms, regardless of their usefulness to humans.
Related terms
Anthropocentrism: Anthropocentrism is an opposing viewpoint that places humans at the center of importance while downplaying or disregarding other species' significance.
Biodiversity refers to the variety of life forms within an ecosystem or on Earth as a whole.
Conservation biology: Conservation biology focuses on protecting biodiversity by studying ecosystems, identifying threats to species survival, and developing strategies for conservation.