Question

Differentiate between wildlife sanctuary and biosphere reserve.

Answer 1

Wildlife sanctuary:

• An area within which animals are protected in their natural habitat from possible dangers such as poaching or hunting.
• It provides protection and suitable living conditions to wild animals.

Biosphere reserve:

• A large protected area constructed for the conservation of biodiversity.
• It helps in the conservation of various life forms such as plants, animals and traditional life of tribals.