Biodiversity refers to the variety of life on Earth, including all species of plants, animals, fungi and microorganisms, as well as their genetic information and ecosystems. It can be subdivided into genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity. Genetic diversity refers to genetic variations within and between species populations. Species diversity is defined as the number and abundance of different species in a location. Ecosystem diversity represents the variation of ecosystems in a region or around the world, including both terrestrial and aquatic systems. Maintaining biodiversity is important for the health of the planet.