Question

Write a short note.

Role of human beings in biodiversity conservation

Answer 1

1. Due to rapid increase in human population and industrialization, humans have over utilized natural resources; leading to degradation of the environment and hence only humans can help conserve the ecosystem.
2. Humans are capable of conserving and improving the quality of nature and thus, can play a major role in biodiversity conservation.
3. In order to conserve biodiversity and its environmental resources, humans must use the resources rationally and avoid excessive degradation of environment.
4. Human beings are stakeholders of the environment and need to come together to overcome pollution and improve the environment quality in order to conserve biodiversity. E.g. Ban or limit on use of harmful products (plastic, chemicals, etc.) that are toxic to various birds, animals, etc.
5. Human beings also play a role in conservation of biodiversity by establishment of various sites for in situ (national parks, wildlife sanctuaries and biosphere reserves) and ex-situ (botanical gardens, culture collections and zoological parks) conservation.

Answer 2

The following can be done by humans to conserve biodiversity:

1. Humans should judiciously use all resources to prevent waste.
2. Laws should be introduced that make sure that humans do not harm species in their natural habitat.
3. Species should be conserved in both of the methods (ex-situ or in-situ conservation).
4. Awareness should be made at all levels among people of different age groups to maintain and protect the environment.