What is Humboldt’s enigma? Subject: Environment Section: Biodiversity About Alexander von Humboldt  Explorers like Alexander von Humboldt have long studied biodiversity concentration, especially in mountainous regions. Humboldt suggested a link between temperature, altitude, humidity, and biodiversity, illustrated by mountains like Chimborazo in Ecuador. About Humboldt’s enigma:  Humboldt’s enigma revolves around the observation that, […]