The document discusses biodiversity conservation. It defines biodiversity as the variety of plant and animal life on Earth, and notes that over 1,000 animal species and 750 plant species are currently endangered or threatened. The document outlines different types of biodiversity and conservation methods, including in-situ and ex-situ conservation. It also discusses threats to biodiversity such as habitat loss, overexploitation, and pollution, and argues that conserving biodiversity is important for ecological balance, medicine, and future generations.

1. BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION
SUBMITTED BY- SURBHI JAIN
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PGDSHE

2. The Constitution of India [Article-51-A (g)]
- Fundamental Duties
It shall be the duty of every citizen of India, to protect and improve
the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers and wildlife,
and to have compassion for living creatures.

3.  The term biodiversity was first used in 1986 by “
WALTER G.ROSEN”.
 “Bio diversity is the Variety & variability of
plants ,animals & micro organism”
 Biodiversity includes all species, and
populations; the genetic variation among
these;
 and all their complex assemblages of
communities and ecosystems.
WHAT IS BIODIVERSITY

4.  Genetic biodiversity
 Species biodiversity
 Ecological biodiversity
 Domesticated biodiversity
 Microbial biodiversity
Types of biodiversity

5. BIODIERSITY OF INDIA

6. Conservation is the protection, preservation, management, or
restoration of wildlife and natural resources such as forests and
water. Through the conservation of biodiversity the survival of
many species and habitats which are threatened due to human
activities can be ensured. Other reasons for conserving
biodiversity include securing valuable Natural Resources for
future generations and protecting the well being of eco-system
functions.
In the world, 1072 animal species are considered endangered or
threatened; 748 plant species are listed as well.
WHAT IS BIODIVERSITY
CONSERVATION?

7.  In-situ: Conservation of habitats, species and ecosystems
where they naturally occur. This is in-situ conservation and
the natural processes and interaction are conserved as well
as the elements of biodiversity.
 Ex-situ: The conservation of elements of biodiversity out of
the context of their natural habitats is referred to as ex-situ
conservation. Zoos, botanical gardens and seed banks are all
example of ex-situ conservation.
In-situ conservation is not always possible as habitats may have
been degraded and there may be competition for land which
means species need to be removed from the area to save them.
TYPES OF CONSERVATION

8.  Lesser Florian
 Saras crain
 Nilgiri tahr
 One horned rhino
 Lion-tailed macaque
 Asiatic lion
 Tiger
SOME ENDANGERED BIRDS &
ANIMALS

9.  Lack of natural resources
 over exploitation of animals
 loss of habitat
 destruction, deforestation
 over fishing or hunting
 habitat fragmentation
 pollution
 acid rain
 wood / timber resources
REASONS FOR ENDANGERMENT

10. Pet Trade
Fur Trade
Meat Trade
Body Parts Trade
Trade for Biomedical Research
NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL
WILD LIFE TRADE

11.  Floods
 Earthquakes
 Landslides
 Natural competition between species
NATURAL CAUSES
FOR LOSS OF BIODIVERSITY

12.  Medicine
 Ecosystem balance
 Biotechnology
 Environmental Monitoring
 Food & Crop Security
 Recreation & Aesthetics
 Pets & Domestic animals etc..
WHY DO WE NEED TO CONSERVE ?

13. Unbalanced food chain
Reduction in wildlife animal
Danger to human life
Loss of economic value
Loss of genetic information
EFFECT OF LOSS OF BIODIVERSITY

14.  Creation of wildlife sanctuaries and reserves
 No forestry operations carried out
 Rehabilitation of locals done outside the reserve
forest with immediate effect
 weapon license
 Implement biodiversity education and awareness
programs.
 Stop buying wildlife product
HOW CAN WE HELP?

15.  Wildlife protection act 1972
 Forest protection act 1980-88
 Anti poaching agencies
 State wildlife dept.
 State forest dept.
 Wildlife conservation society
GOVERNMENT ROLE IN
CONSERATION OF BIODIVERSITY

16. Increased understanding about the
world’s current biodiversity
situation and an increased emphasis
on education will give future
generations an opportunity to
experience nature to its fullest
extent.
CONCLUSION