Introduction to Biodiversity
What is Biodiversity?
Biodiversity means the variety of life found on Earth. It includes all the plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms — from the tiniest bacteria to the largest whales.
It also includes the ecosystems they live in: forests, oceans, deserts, and even your backyard.
Biodiversity is what makes our planet rich, colorful, and full of life.
Why is the Living World So Diverse?
The Earth has many different climates, habitats, and conditions, so living organisms have evolved in unique ways to survive. For example:
Camels live in hot deserts.
Penguins live in icy cold regions.
Trees grow tall in rainforests to reach sunlight.
This leads to diversity — a wide range of living things, each adapted to its environment.
Importance of Studying Living Organisms
To understand nature and how ecosystems work.
To discover medicines and useful resources.
To protect endangered species and conserve life on Earth.