Conservation of Biodiversity in India
A Comprehensive Review of India's Biodiversity and Its Importance
India: A Megadiverse Country with Rich Biodiversity
India is a megadiverse country, home to an incredible array of flora and fauna. Despite covering only 2.4% of the world's land area, it harbors an astonishing 7-8% of all known species globally. This includes over 45,000 species of plants and a staggering 91,000 species of animals.
India's biodiversity is a result of its unique geographical location, where the Himalayas, Indo-Gangetic Plain, and Deccan Plateau meet. This creates a range of ecosystems, from tropical rainforests to deserts, supporting a diverse array of species.
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