Biodiversity and It's Significance

Biodiversity (n.) is defined by the diversity amongst species within a certain environment. Species can range from plants to animals and are measured by species richness.

Biodiversity is highly variable when considering the species and plants of areas at the local, regional, national, and international scales. 

In areas with high biodiversity, the region will have a great number of species indigenous to its area. Species can thrive on their own without human interaction. 

Locally, one may consider plants, animals, and insects close in their proximity.

Regionally, one may consider the function of biodiversity and it's affects in the area. Ecosystems may be supplied oxygen, clean air/water, the pollination of plants, and other ecosystem services. 

Nationally, one may consider the regulating aspects of how biodiversity is affected. For example, looking at California in particular - which has the nation's leading almond farms, has had issues with maintaining crop numbers due to 1) drought seasons and 2) due to the decline of honey bee populations. Honey bees, being key pollinators for the almond trees, are declining in numbers which affect the output of crop.

Internationally, one may consider what other countries depend on another's natural biodiversity within economic, recreational, and personal grounds.