Abstract

Biodiversity: Importance, Conservation, and Global Significance

Author(s): Amina Hassan

Biodiversity refers to the variety and variability of life on Earth, encompassing genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity. It is fundamental to the stability and resilience of natural systems and provides essential ecological services that support human well-being and economic development. Biodiversity underpins food security, medicine, climate regulation, and cultural values, making its conservation a global priority. This article discusses the concept of biodiversity, its ecological and socio-economic importance, and the growing challenges that threaten biological diversity worldwide.