What is biodiversity in an ecosystem?

Biodiversity is the variety of living organisms, including plants, animals, and microorganisms, present in an ecosystem. It represents the differences among living beings and the interactions they have with each other and their surroundings.

A region with high biodiversity contains many different species that depend on one another for survival. For example, plants provide food and shelter to animals, while animals help plants through activities like pollination and seed dispersal.

Biodiversity is important because it maintains ecological balance, supports natural processes, and keeps ecosystems healthy. Loss of biodiversity can disturb relationships between organisms and affect the stability of the environment.

Studying biodiversity helps us understand the importance of protecting different life forms and conserving natural habitats.