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d. Improvement of Breeds
People tame birds and animals. They cultivate different types of fruits, vegetables and
trees for their use. Animals, birds, plants etc. are bred to produce new variety. The
breeding helps in improving the production and quality. New variety can be obtained
from the bio-diversity existing in nature. These species have high productivity, resistance
to diseases, age etc. They also help in protecting the existing living beings. Wolphin, liger,
horse, etc are some examples of hybrid species.

Fig: 2
Wolphin Liger Horse

e. Production of Domestic Resources
Biodiversity is important for the production of domestic
needs like firewood, edible plants, fish, fruits, construction
materials, medicinal plants, herbs, etc. It provides raw
material for handicrafts and musical instruments. Similarly,
orchids are used for making beautiful ornaments, mosses for
decoration, silkworm for silk, rabbits for fur, etc.

f. Conservation of Soil Fig: 3 Orchid
Different types of plants and trees are grown on the soil. The roots of these plants and trees
bind the soil particles tightly. It protects the soil from erosion and landslide. Protection of
biodiversity helps in conserving the soil. Biodiversity also helps in keeping the soil cool
and moist.

g. Natural Beauty and Scene
Presence of diversity has made the environment beautiful. The natural environment is
created by the presence of vegetation, birds, animals, their size, colour, etc. The shelter of
birds and animals, their voice, recreation, etc. add beauty to the forest and give pleasure
to the people. This attracts the internal and international tourists.

h. Economic Development
Biodiversity is the main source of life supporting goods. All the basic needs like food,
clothes, shelter, medicine, entertainment, etc. are obtained from biodiversity. It provides the
raw materials for factories and industries. The factories and industries provide employment
opportunities to the people. This helps them to generate income. The attraction of tourists
also helps in economic development of the nation. Thus, the biodiversity should be
conserved and protected for the economic development of the country.
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