The vast oceans of the world are majestic and beautiful in themselves, with thriving marine life. Add to that another exquisite element of underwater life- coral reefs, and the ocean becomes a living paradise! The coral reefs are one of … Continue reading Coral Reefs: Ocean’s Precious Treasure and Beauty Element!
Ever since human beings came to be, nature has been providing them with the resources they need to survive. Nature is indispensable for humans, and its value has long been recognized. But it is only in recent years that the … Continue reading Ecology: What are Ecosystem Services?
What sets Earth apart from other planets is its ability to sustain life. Plants are a critical resource because of the many ways they breathe life on Earth. Mainly, as they release oxygen into the atmosphere, absorb carbon dioxide, provide … Continue reading Ecology: Significance of Plants in the Human and Ecological Environment
An ecosystem refers to a strategic geographic area where living species’ climate and landscape coordinate and exist together. The ecosystem consists of both biotic (living) and abiotic (nonliving) elements. Biotic elements include humans, flora, fauna and other living organisms. Abiotic … Continue reading An Overview on Different Types of Ecosystems and How to Preserve Them
The urban ecosystem is a relatively new concept. When people talk about the environment, they tend to talk about humanity as separate from it. In fact, the relationship between humans and the environment is only now coming to the forefront … Continue reading Understanding Urban Ecosystems as a Conceptual Relationship Between Humans and the Environment
The protection of biodiversity and, therefore, of endangered species is an issue to which I attach a great deal of importance. Albert II, Prince of Monaco The words that need to be inculcated by everyone residing on Earth to sustain … Continue reading Most Threatened Biodiversity Hotspots in the World