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The importance of biodiversity - Coggle Diagram
The importance of biodiversity
Coral Reefs
The importance of corals
Corals as keystone species
Corals form the foundation of marine biodiversity, supporting reef ecosystems.
Microhabitats and shelters
Coral reefs provide shelter and breeding areas for a huge variety of marine species.
Symbiotic relationships
Corals depend on bacteria and fungi to stay healthy, forming a mutual connection.
Collapse from coral loss
When corals die, the entire marine ecosystem can collapse, affecting all dependent species. It is an umbrella species
Biodiversity
Diverse ecosystems
The variety of ecosystems on Earth, like forests, coral reefs, and deserts, all interconnected and essential for life.
Species diversity
The richness of different species living and interacting in an ecosystem, keeping it balanced and functional.
Genetic diversity
The genetic differences within a species that allow them to adapt and survive changes in their environment.
The Amazon Rainforest
The Amazon rainforest is one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet. Its species are deeply interconnected, forming a stable and resilient system.
interactions
Vines and trees
Trees and herbivores
Insects and soil
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Insects break down organic material, recycling nutrients to enrich the soil and grow new plants.
Trees produce seeds and fruits that feed animals like the tapir and agouti, which then spread the seeds.
Vines climb and support the trees, helping sustain the forest canopy.
Importance
Each interaction strengthens the ecosystem, showing how biodiversity is essential for its stability and ability to adapt.
Genetics and Resilience
Genetic diversity allows adaptation
Losing species weakens the biodiversity web
Low genetic diversity leads to vulnerability
Risks of Losing Biodiversity
Impacts
The biodiversity web unravels
Losing species makes ecosystems weaker and less functional, like a net tearing apart.
Threats to humans
Ecosystem degradation directly affects human quality of life, including food, climate, and health.
