Question

What is the difference between alpha and gamma diversity?

Answer 1

Alpha Diversity	Gamma Diversity
1. It refers to the species diversity within a particular community or habitat.	1. It refers to the total species diversity in a large geographical region or landscape covering different ecosystems.
2. It is measured at the local or community level.	2. It is measured at the regional or landscape level.
3. Example: Diversity of plant species in a forest community.	3. Example: Total diversity of species in a region containing forests, grasslands and wetlands.