Definitions

1. noun

The variety of different plants, animals, and microorganisms that live in an ecosystem or on Earth as a whole.

“The conservation efforts helped to preserve the biodiversity of the rainforest ecosystem.”

2. noun

The variety of different plants, animals, and microorganisms that exist in a particular region or habitat.

“The region’s unique biodiversity is home to many rare species.”

3. noun

The variety of different plants, animals, and microorganisms that exist within a particular ecosystem.

“The coral reef’s biodiversity is crucial for its ecosystem’s overall health.”

4. noun

The variety of different plants, animals, and microorganisms that exist in a particular environment.

“The desert’s biodiversity is surprisingly rich, given its harsh environment.”