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We strongly believe that knowledge is the first step towards any kind of change. Thus, we created this Biodiversity Of India website. The BOI website, part of the Project Brahma Initiative, is an open-source, community driven project, much like Wikipedia, where anyone - regardless of their religion, nationality, language, expertise - can contribute their knowledge of India's biodiversity.

India’s contribution to crop biodiversity has been impressive with repositories of over 50,000 varieties of rice, 5,000 of sorghum, 1,000 varieties of mango, etc. The National Genebank, primarily responsible for ex situ conservation of unique germplasm on a long-term basis, holds nearly 400,000 unique accessions of plant genetic resources. ...

India, a megadiverse country with only 2.4% of the world's land area, accounts for 7-8% of all recorded species, including over 45,000 species of plants and 91,000 species of animals. The country’s diverse physical features and climatic conditions have resulted in a variety of ecosystems such as forests, wetlands, grasslands, desert, coastal and marine ecosystems which harbour and sustain ...

There are four main biodiversity hotspots in India: the Himalayas, the Western Ghats, the Sundaland, and the Indo-Burma region. As of 2021, 90% of the biodiverse area in these locations has been lost, resulting in a 95% vegetation loss and the extinction of 25 species.

India has tremendous biodiversity, genetic as well as of species and ecosystems. It contains over 7 per cent of the world’s biodiversity on 2.5 per cent of the Earth’s surface. This diversity can be at­tributed to the vast variety of landforms and cli­mates resulting in habitats ranging from tropical to temperate, and from alpine to ...

aspects of India’s biodiversity have been discussed in the 2020 issue of 3this publication . 7.6 India has tremendously rich in species and ecosystem diversity. Over 1,03,258 species of fauna and 55,048 species of flora have been documented in the 10 biogeographic zones of the country. ...

Indian Biodiversity Information System (IBIS) is a series of web-based, modular and searchable biodiversity portals, designed to compile and present in a comprehensive and scientifically accurate manner the available information on Indian flora and fauna which is readily accessible, free and user-friendly.

India is a globally recognized mega-diverse country, harbouring nearly 8% of the world’s recorded, and comprising four of the world’s 36 identified biodiversity hotspots. The North East India region – spanning the states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura and Sikkim - is one such biodiversity hotspot.

The following is a detailed summary of India’s Hotspots for Biodiversity-Himalayas. One of the main Indian hotspots is the Eastern Himalayas. It covers the regions of Burma, Nepal, Bhutan, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh. It has an evergreen forest with oak and alpine trees in it. The wildlife includes the fascinating western tragopan, clouded ...

Spread the loveIntroduction Biodiversity, the variety of life on Earth, is crucial for maintaining ecological balance and providing ecosystem services that sustain human and non-human life alike. India, recognized as one of the world’s “megadiverse” countries, is home to a spectacular array of flora and fauna. Within India, certain regions known as biodiversity hotspots are...

Thus, Biodiversity Atlas – India supports efforts of one of the best integrated professional-amateur scientific communities that aggregates big data on Indian biodiversity with the goal of studying ecological trends. We also extensively use this platform and the family of natural history websites that it drives for educational and other ...

Biodiversity of India. Last updated on September 13, 2023 by Alex Andrews George. Biodiversity is fundamental to addressing some of the world’s greatest challenges such as climate change, sustainable development and food security. India is known for its rich biological diversity. The country has already documented over 91,000 species of ...

Beyond its intrinsic value, India's biodiversity holds cultural, economic, and ecological significance. This review embarks on an expedition through India's diverse ecosystems, highlighting the ...

India is a treasure trove of biodiversity and traditional knowledge. The country is notable for its high levels of endemism, particularly among vertebrates, ranking tenth globally in endemic birds, fifth in reptiles, and seventh in amphibians. This richness is especially pronounced in amphibians (41.5% endemism) and reptiles (34.3% endemism).

Biodiversity, the variety of life on Earth, encompasses ecosystems, species, and genetic diversity. It is a cornerstone of ecological balance and essential for human survival, providing vital services like clean air, water, and fertile soils. ... India: India’s biodiversity spans from the Himalayas to tropical forests. It boasts 454 amphibian ...

India’s biodiversity supports agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and industries like pharmaceuticals, tourism, and bioprospecting, making it a global hub for Ayurveda and traditional medicine. Despite its richness, India’s biodiversity is under significant threat due to anthropogenic pressures and environmental changes. Habitat loss and ...

A unique repository of information on India's biodiversity. Join the Neighborhood Trees Campaign 2025. Participate in the 12th edition of the Neighborhood Trees Campaign by uploading observations of trees around you along with their phenological traits.

1. Status of Biodiversity of India . India is one of the biodiversity country out of 17 identified mega diverse countries. The country with only 2.4% of the world’s land area, accommodates 7-8% species of flora and fauna that, includes more than 45,000 species of plants and 91,000 species of animals.

CSS India aims to bring together regional and global expertise to assess the extinction risk of India’s flora and fauna. This will be achieved by adopting the IUCN Red List and Green Status of Species standards and guidelines at the national level, aligning with Targets 6 and 7 of the IUCN Red List 2021-2030 Strategic Plan, and the broader ...