Biodiversity is defined as the variability among living organisms from all sources, including terrestrial, marine and other aquatic ecosystems and the ecological complexes of which they are a part.
Biodiversity provides four main types of benefits to humans: nutritional, cultural, health, and climate-related.
Biodiversity is considered to exist at three levels1. Genetic Diversity
2. Species Diversity
3. Ecosystem/ Community Diversity
Levels of Biodiversity
Biodiversity is measured by two Major Components:
1. Species Richness
2. Species Evenness
The key ecosystem services provided by biodiversity are
1. Ecosystem Services
2. Biological Services
3. Social Services
Biodiversity loss is caused by five primary drivers: habitat loss, invasive species, overexploitation (extreme hunting and fishing pressure), pollution, climate change associated with global warming.
Biodiversity conservation refers to the protection, preservation, and management of ecosystems and natural habitats and ensuring that they are healthy and functional.
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A botanical garden refers to the scientifically planned collection of living trees, shrubs, herbs, climbers, and other plants from various parts of the globe.
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