As Biology Ocr - Conservation And Biodiversity Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

Method of Ex Situ Conservation - Botanic Gardens {Ans: Botanic gardens are controlled environments used to grow a variety of rare plants for the purposes of conservation, research, display and education. Endangered plant species as well as species that are extinct in the wild can be grown and reintroduced into suitable habitats.}Rio Convention in Biological Diversity (CBD) {Ans: It aims to develop international strategies on the conservation of biodiversity and how to use animal and plant resources in a sustainable way. The convention made it part of international law that conserving biodiversity is everyone's responsibility. It also provides guidance to governments on how to conserve biodiversity.}Disadvantages of Ex Situ Conservation {Ans: Usually only a small number of individuals can be cared for. It can be difficult and expensive to create and sustain the right environment. In fact, animals that are habituated human contact may be less likely to exhibit natural behaviour and may be more likely to catch a disease from humans. Ex situ conservation is usually less successful than in situ methods - many species can't breed successfully in captivity, or don't adapt to their new environment when moved to a new location.}Methods of In Situ