Biodiversity Value of Consumptive and Productive Use Flashcards
Use of Biodiversity
Food
Medicine
Fuel
Agriculture
Logging
Hunting and FIshimg
Biotechnology
Ecotourism
Aquaculture
Forest Management
Significance of Biodiversity Conservation (5)
Ecosystem Stability and Resilience
Ecosystem Services
Genetic Diversity for Adaptation
Medicine and Pharmaceuticals
Cultural and Ethical Values
____ The UTILIZATION of biological resources from ecosystem for HUMAN PURPOSES
Often leads to the ____ or ____ of these resources.
This can encompass a wide range of activities and products, including but not limited to hunting and fishing, medicinal plants, and agriculture
Consumptive Use of Biodiversity
Extraction or Consumption
The consumptive use of biodiversity can have significant ____ at various levels,
From local communities to national economies and even on a global scale. Biodiversity provides a wide range of goods and services that contribute to (1) well-being
economic value
Economic Value (4)
Food Production
Pharmaceuticals
Fisheries
Global Trade
Ethical Considerations (3)
Sustainable Consumptive use Practices
Animal Welfare
Indigenous Knowledge and Sustainable Harvesting
Example of a sustainable harvesting technique indigenous communities have developed:
Traditional Amazonian Agroforestry
Refers to the sustainable and responsible utilization of the variety of life forms on Earth for economic, ecological, and societal benefits
Productive use of biodiversity
Sustainable Practices (3)
Conservation and protected areas sustainable
Agriculture and Agroecology
Responsible Tourism and Community Involvement
Sustainable agriculture:
_____ enhance food security, improve resistance to pests and diseases, and promote soil health
____ and ____ promote biodiversity in agricultural systems and reduce need for chemical inputs
Diverse crop varieties
Crop rotation and polyculture
____ practices minimize habitat destruction and ensure the long-term availability of timber resources
Maintaining biodiversity in forests is essential for ecosystem health, ____ and preserving ____
Sustainable forestry
Carbon sequestering
Endangered species
____ generates revenue and employment opportunities while raising awareness and funding for conservation efforts
____ Help protect natural habitats and wildlife while providing educational and cultural experiences for tourists
Ecotourism
Responsible Tourism
Example of efficient biodiversity utilization (2)
Sustainable Forestry Initiatives
Community-led conservation projects
Balancing consumptive and productive uses SYNERGIES
____ Productive use of natural resources can generate income through activities such as agriculture, forestry, and fishing
____ Some forms of productive use can promote these efforts
Productive use often drives ___ in technology and practices
Economic benefits
Conservation
Innovation
Balancing consumptive and productive use TRADE-OFFS
Excessive productive use without proper regulation can lead to environmental degradation
The pursuit of productive use may prioritize certain species or resources leading to the decline of others
Consumptive use can be vital for some communities livelihoods
Environmental Impact
Biodiversity Loss
Social Equity
