Hi my dear LG friends,so today 22 May is considered as the International day for Biological diversity.
Q. What is biological diversity?
Ans : Biodiversity, refers to the variety of life on Earth, encompassing the diversity of species, the genetic variations within species, and the variety of ecosystems. It’s a critical aspect of our planet’s health, as healthy biodiversity provides essential services like clean air and water, food, and a stable climate.
Q. What is International biodiversity day?
Ans : It is a United Nations sanctioned international day for the promotion of biodiversity issues.
Q. Why do we celebrate International day for biodiversity? Ans : It is celebrated annually on May 22, commemorates the adoption of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) text on May 22, 1992. The day aims to raise awareness and understanding of biodiversity issues, as well as encourage support for the implementation of the CBD, its Protocols, and related action frameworks. It highlights the importance of biodiversity for life on Earth and the urgent need to address its decline, which is driven by various human activities like deforestation, climate change, and resource exploitation.
Q. What is CBD?
Ans : CBD stands for the Convention on Biological Diversity. This is an international treaty adopted on May 22, 1992, and the day is celebrated to commemorate its adoption. The CBD aims to conserve biological diversity, sustainably use its components, and fairly share the benefits.
Q. How can we celebrate International day for biodiversity as local guides?
Ans - Highlight Nature Reserves and Parks:
Add Places of Interest:
Add nature reserves, parks, and other natural areas as places of interest on Google Maps.
Provide Information:
Provide details about the area’s biodiversity, trails, activities, and conservation efforts, accessibility features,etc.
Encourage Exploration:
Encourage users to explore these natural areas and learn about the local biodiversity.
Promote Local Initiatives:
Share Stories:
Share stories about local conservation efforts, such as wildlife protection projects, sustainable agriculture initiatives, and community-based nature conservation programs,etc in the LG community.
Add Photos and Videos:
Share photos and videos of local wildlife, plants, and conservation efforts to make the information more engaging.
Create a Google My Business Page:
If you are involved in a biodiversity-related organization, create a Google My Business page to share information about your work and activities.
The stone structure, like a pillar in the foreground, is a lamp-post.
Local guides in Pune visit such lamp posts and lit Diyas there in the evening - it looks amazing.
Thank you very much for this detailed post on International Day for Biodiversity… I was not knowing the specific date, dear @Gouri.PS
You have nicely presented and explained…
With regards
@Gouri.PS Congratulations on the post. I loved learning more about biodiversity through your post. And the tips for expanding the information further are also very valuable.
This flower is only for you. Although Bayer Leverkusen bought Monsanto which sells products harmfull to biodiversity we try to do as much as we can. Glyphosat kills insects and therefor biodiversity. But the Monsanto-Aquisition was a bad idea and Bayer now battles for it’s survival.
