Biodiversity , Definition Of

biodiversity/biological diversity Species, genetic, and ecosystem diversity in an area, sometimes including associated abiotic components such as landscape features, drainage systems, and climate. diversity indices Measures that describe the different components of biodiversity, such as species richness (alpha diversity), beta and gamma diversity, endemicity, and higher taxon richness. ecosystem diversity Diversity of habitats, ecosystems, and the accompanying ecological processes that maintain them. endemicity State of a species or other taxon being restricted to a given area, such as a specific habitat, region, or continent. flagship species Charismatic or well-known species