Biodiversity is essential for a healthy environment from "summary" of The Serengeti Rules by Sean B. Carroll
The web of life on Earth is a delicate balance that is constantly in flux. Each species plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and stability of the environment in which it resides. Biodiversity, the variety of life forms that exist on our planet, is essential for this delicate balance to be maintained. When we think of biodiversity, we often think of the sheer number of different species that exist in a particular ecosystem. However, it is not just the number of species that is important, but also the variety of functions that they perform. Each species has a unique role to play in the ecosystem, whether it is as a predator, prey, pollinator, or decomposer. In a healthy ecosystem, each species is like a piece of a puzzle that fits together perfectly to create a balanced and functioning whole. When one piece of the puzzle is removed, the entire ecosystem can be thrown into disarray. This is why biodiversity is so crucial for ma...
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