What are 4 reasons why biodiversity is important?

Biodiversity provides vital ecosystem functions such as soil fertilization, nutrient recycling, pest and disease regulation, erosion control and crop and tree pollination.

What is the importance of biodiversity give 5 examples?

Ecological life support— biodiversity provides functioning ecosystems that supply oxygen, clean air and water, pollination of plants, pest control, wastewater treatment and many ecosystem services. Recreation—many recreational pursuits rely on our unique biodiversity , such as birdwatching, hiking, camping and fishing.

What measures are being taken to conserve biodiversity in Sikkim?

Sikkim Biodiversity Conservation and Forest Management Project

• Construction and Establishment of a Butterfly Park.
• Construction and Establishment of a Bird Park.
• Creation and Management of Propagation Nursery.
• Construction of Main Office Building of Himalayan Zoological Park and Veterinary Care Facility.

How many biodiversity hotspots are there in Sikkim?

India is recognized as one of the 12 mega diversity centres of the world. Out of the 18 Biodiversity hot-spots in the world, India owns 2, namely the Western Ghats and the Eastern Himalayas….Biodiversity.

What is biodiversity and its important?

Biodiversity describes the richness and variety of life on earth. It is the most complex and important feature of our planet. Without biodiversity, life would not sustain. The term biodiversity was coined in 1985. It is important in natural as well as artificial ecosystems.

What is the importance of biodiversity to students?

Biodiversity is essential for the processes that support all life on Earth, including humans. Without a wide range of animals, plants and microorganisms, we cannot have the healthy ecosystems that we rely on to provide us with the air we breathe and the food we eat. And people also value nature of itself.