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Enviromental Science

Biodiversity in Southeast Asia Its importance , threats and importance Biodiversity and Tropical Rain Forest Biological diversity is being eroded as fast today as at any time since the dinosaurs died out some 65 million years ago . The crucible death is believed to be in tropical forests . Around 10 million species exist on earth , according to the greatest estimates and tropical forests house involving 50 and 90 percent of this Rates of tropical rain forest loss are accelerating , and some mainly species-rich forests are likely to be largely destroyed in our lifetime . Some scientist believe that about 60

.000 of the world 's 240 .000 plant species , and perhaps even higher proportion of vertebrate and insect species , could lose their lease on life over the next three decades unless deforestation is slowed instantaneously . A group of scientists urged governments of tropical Asia to take steps to stem biodiversity loss across the region

Practical Solutions to The Problem Sustainable strategies used and implemented to lessen negative impact A . The scientists urged local governments to sustain and protect existing parks while setting aside more land for preservation . They alleged China -- the third most biodiverse country on earth with more 35 ,000 species of amphibians , birds , mammals , reptiles , and vascular plant life could engage in recreation a key role in conservation of biodiversity transversely the Asia-Pacific Region Whereas , the biological diversity of tropical forests in Asia is among the very richest and most stunning on the planet , and probable accounts for at least a sector of all species on earth B . The number of documented species extinctions over the past century is small compared to those predicted for the coming decades . This difference is due , in part , to the acceleration of rates of habitat loss over decades but also to the difficulty of documenting extinctions . The vast majority of species has not yet even been described , and many may disappear before they are even known to science C . Tropical forests are by no means the only sites with endangered biodiversity . In Southeast Asia much temperate rain forest as also has been lost . Because biodiversityis so closely intertwined with human needs with human needs , its conservation should rightfully be considered an element of national security . It has become increasingly apparent that national security means much more than military might Support from the local government Ecological dimensions of national security cannot be ignored when countries fight over access to water or when environmental refugees strain national budgets and public infrastructure . A secure nation means not only a strong nation , but also one with a healthy and educated populace , and a healthy and productive environment as well . National security will be strongest in countries that care for their biodiversity and the services it provides What causes the problem The issue of who bears the greatest liability for conversion of forest areas is indeed a intricate question to answer , since there are the reckless logging companies , which after tree felling often do not care about reforesting the...

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