This document provides an introduction to biogeography and island ecosystems. It defines biogeography as the study of patterns of distribution of living organisms in space and time. It discusses different types of islands, including oceanic and continental islands. The key points of the equilibrium theory of island biogeography are explained. Criticisms of the theory are mentioned. Island ecosystems are described, including how different organisms can disperse to islands. Measures of biodiversity such as diversity indexes are also covered.