maintaining biodiversity

• What is biodiversity?

  The variety of all the different species of organisms on Earth
• Why is rich biodiversity important for ecosystems?

  It helps to make ecosystems more stable
• What are some ways to reduce the negative effects of humans on biodiversity?

  • Use breeding programs for endangered species
  • Protect and regenerate habitats
  • Implement field margins and hedgerows on farms
  • Reduce deforestation and carbon dioxide emissions
  • Encourage recycling of waste materials
• What is one method used to increase the numbers of endangered species like the Sumatran tiger?

  Breeding programs in zoos
• Why are wetlands important for biodiversity?

  They have a very high level of biodiversity
• What has happened to many wetlands over the last century?

  Many wetlands have been drained to grow crops
• What is being done to protect wetlands that have been drained?

  They are being refloated and protected from drainage
• What is a common practice on farms that reduces biodiversity?

  Growing large fields containing one type of crop
• What are field margins and why are they important?

  They are strips of land left for wild plants and animals, preserving biodiversity
• What role do hedgerows play in biodiversity on farms?

  They provide habitat for different species of plants and animals
• How can governments help maintain biodiversity?

  By reducing deforestation and establishing national parks
• What action has the Brazilian government taken to protect biodiversity?

  Established national parks to protect the Amazon rainforest
• How does generating electricity from renewable methods help biodiversity?

  It reduces carbon dioxide emissions and global warming
• What is one way individuals can contribute to reducing biodiversity loss?

  By recycling waste materials
• How does recycling help biodiversity?

  It reduces waste in landfills, preserving habitats
• What are some questions related to reducing the loss of biodiversity found in the vision workbook?

  • How can breeding programs help endangered species?
  • What are the effects of habitat destruction on biodiversity?
  • What role do governments play in biodiversity conservation?
  • How can individuals contribute to biodiversity preservation?