Biodiversity
the number of different species in a given area
Gene
a piece of DNA that codes for a specific trait can be inherited by an organism's offspring
keystone species
species that are critical(key) to the functioning of an ecosystem
Ecotourism
a form of tourism that supports the conservation and sustainable development of ecologically unique areas
Endangered species
species that is likely to become extinct if protective measures are not taken immediately
threatened species
a species that has a declining population and that is likely to become endangered if it is not protected
exotic species
a species that is not native to a particular region
poaching
illegal hunting. fishing, harvesting and trade of wild life
endemic species
species that are native too and found only within an area
Biodiversity hotspots
most threatened areas of high species diversity on earth
captive
breeding species in captivity, with the hope of reintroducing populations to their natural habitats
germ plasm
any form of genetic material such as that contained within the reproductive or germ cells, cells of animals and plants
endangered species act 1973
a law designed to protect plants and animals were listed as endangered and threatened species in the united states
species recovery plan
plans often proposed to protect or restore habitats for each species under the endangered species act
habitat conservation plan
a plan that attempts to protect one or more species across large areas of land through trade offs or cooperative agreements biodiversity treaty
biodiversity treat
a result of the Earth Summit with the goal to preserve biodiversity and insure the sustainability and fair use of genetic resource in all countries