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Biodiversity Hotspots in India

Biodiversity hotspots in India are regions that are both rich in endemic species and significantly threatened by human activities, requiring urgent conservation efforts to preserve their unique ecosystems.

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Biodiversity hotspots in India are vital areas that harbor a rich variety of unique species, many of which are found nowhere else on Earth. These regions, such as the Western Ghats and the Himalayas, face significant threats from human activities, including habitat destruction and climate change. Pr...

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Key Terms

Biodiversity
The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat.

Example: The Amazon rainforest has a high level of biodiversity.

Endemic Species
Species that are native to a specific location and not found elsewhere.

Example: The Nilgiri Tahr is endemic to the Western Ghats.

Ecosystem
A community of living organisms and their physical environment interacting as a system.

Example: Coral reefs are a diverse ecosystem.

Conservation
The protection and preservation of natural resources and biodiversity.

Example: Conservation efforts are crucial for endangered species.

Habitat Loss
The destruction or alteration of the natural environment where species live.

Example: Urban development can lead to habitat loss.

Climate Change
Long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns, often due to human activity.

Example: Climate change affects migration patterns of birds.

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Key Concepts

endemic speciesconservationecosystemsthreats to biodiversity