What is Biodiversity?
•Biodiversity refers to the variety of living
organisms on Earth, including plants, animals,
and microorganisms.
• It includes diversity within species, between
species, and of ecosystems.
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Types of Biodiversity
•1. Genetic Diversity – variation within species
• 2. Species Diversity – variety of species
• 3. Ecosystem Diversity – variety of ecosystems
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Importance of Biodiversity
•• Maintains ecological balance
• • Provides food, medicine, and raw materials
• • Supports cultural and recreational values
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Biodiversity in India
•India is one of the 17 mega-biodiverse
countries.
• It has diverse ecosystems such as forests,
wetlands, deserts, and marine ecosystems.
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Threats to Biodiversity
•• Deforestation
• • Climate change
• • Pollution
• • Overexploitation of resources
• • Invasive species
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Conservation of Biodiversity
•• Protected areas (National Parks, Wildlife
Sanctuaries)
• • Conservation laws
• • Sustainable development
• • Community participation
8.
Biodiversity Hotspots
• Regionswith high species richness and high
levels of endemism.
• Examples in India: Western Ghats, Himalayas
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Role of Individuals
•• Reduce waste and pollution
• • Save water and energy
• • Protect wildlife
• • Support conservation initiatives
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Conclusion
• Biodiversity isessential for the survival of life
on Earth.
• Protecting biodiversity ensures a healthy
planet for future generations.