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The term Biological diversity or Biodiversity refers to the entire variety and variability of life forms in existence on earth. It encompasses the entire range of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, insects, and other invertebrates including plants, fungi, and other micro-organisms like Protista, bacteria, and viruses. Biodiversity on earth is expressed at three levels, genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity. Its direct and indirect services are crucial for the sustenance of life on this planet.

Biodiversity ensures food, fuel, shelter, medicines, and other resources which are vital for our survival. Most of the crops’ pests are controlled by a variety of other organisms, including insects, birds, and fungi, which are certainly superior to natural pesticides to their chemical equivalents which are extensively used and are really harmful to human beings and the environment. Many flowering plants rely on animal species such as insects, bats, and birds for pollination and seed dispersal. Biodiversity, more importantly, offers a wide range of resources and services for mankind. Diverse species enable diversification of livelihood and enable food production throughout the year.