Question

Why are forests considered bio diversity hotspots? What would happen due to loss of Biodiversity?

Answer 1

Forests are called as biodiversity hot spots, because they contain high levels of species diversity that are threatened with extinction.

Consequences of loss of biodiversity.

• It has resulted in the ecological imbalance.
• It has resulted in the extinction of many native species.
• It has resulted in the loss of vital resources like forests, wildlife etc.
• It has lead to the destruction of number of natural or semi-natural habitats.