Biodiversity_Presentation_Dfjjhgesigned.pptx

Biodiversity: The Web of Life
Importance, Types & Conservation
Prepared by: Student

Introduction to Biodiversity
• Definition of biodiversity
• Variety of life on Earth: plants, animals, microorganisms
• Importance for ecological balance

Levels of Biodiversity
• Genetic Diversity – variation of genes within species
• Species Diversity – variety of species in a habitat
• Ecosystem Diversity – different ecosystems (forests, wetlands, oceans)

Importance of Biodiversity
• Provides food, medicine, raw materials
• Maintains ecological balance
• Supports pollination, nutrient cycling, oxygen supply
• Cultural & aesthetic value

Threats to Biodiversity
• Deforestation
• Pollution
• Climate change
• Habitat destruction
• Overexploitation

Conservation of Biodiversity
• In-situ conservation: National parks, Wildlife sanctuaries, Biosphere
reserves
• Ex-situ conservation: Zoos, Botanical gardens, Seed banks
• Sustainable practices & awareness

Global & Indian Biodiversity Hotspots
• Global: Amazon rainforest, Coral reefs
• India: Himalaya, Indo-Burma, Indo-Malayan region, Western Ghats

Role of Humans in Biodiversity Protection
• Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
• Plant more trees
• Support eco-friendly policies
• Spread awareness

Conclusion
• Biodiversity = survival of life on Earth
• Collective responsibility to conserve
• “Save Biodiversity, Save Ourselves”

References / Thank You
• Sources: NCERT, UNEP, WWF

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