Biodiversity (Noun)
Meaning
The diversity of plant and animal life in a particular habitat (or in the world as a whole); "a high level of biodiversity is desirable".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The Amazon rainforest is known for its incredible biodiversity, with thousands of species of plants and animals that can be found nowhere else on Earth.
- The park's biodiversity is threatened by the construction of a new highway that will cut through the habitat of several endangered species.
- Scientists are working to preserve the biodiversity of the coral reef by establishing marine protected areas and reducing pollution.
- The variety of ecosystems in the country, from deserts to rainforests, supports a rich biodiversity that is home to many unique species.
- The loss of biodiversity in the region is a major concern, as it can have far-reaching consequences for the health of ecosystems and the economy.