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Biodiversity conservation is achieved through in-situ and ex-situ methods. In-situ conservation protects species in their natural habitats, while ex-situ conservation preserves species away from their habitats, such as in zoos and seed banks. Both methods are essential and should be used together for effective biodiversity conservation.

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Biodiversity conservation is achieved through in-situ and ex-situ methods. In-situ conservation protects species in their natural habitats, while ex-situ conservation preserves species away from their habitats, such as in zoos and seed banks. Both methods are essential and should be used together for effective biodiversity conservation.

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In-Situ and Ex-Situ Conservation

Biodiversity conservation can be achieved through two primary methods: in-situ


conservation and ex-situ conservation.
In-situ conservation refers to the protection of flora and fauna within their
natural habitats. It ensures that ecosystems remain intact while species continue
to evolve in their native environment. India has a long tradition of in-situ
conservation through sacred groves (Devraai) and wildlife sanctuaries
(Abhayaranya). Today, in-situ conservation is practiced in national parks,
wildlife sanctuaries, biosphere reserves, and Project Tiger areas. While
national parks provide strict protection, sanctuaries allow limited human
activities. Biosphere reserves, an initiative by UNESCO, aim to balance
conservation with traditional human activities, though some practices have been
found harmful to biodiversity.
Ex-situ conservation, on the other hand, involves the preservation of species
away from their natural habitat. This is done through seed banks, botanical
gardens, zoos, gene banks, and captive breeding programs. It serves as a last
resort when species face immediate threats in their natural habitats. However, ex-
situ conservation is not a complete substitute for in-situ conservation, as
reintroducing species into the wild remains a challenge. For example, efforts to
conserve the Asiatic lion and cheetah have faced difficulties due to habitat
limitations.
Both methods play a crucial role in biodiversity conservation and must be
implemented together for effective results.

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