The Total solution for NCERT class 6-12
(a)
Wildlife sanctuary
Biosphere Reserve
An area within which wild animals are protected from external dangers like hunting
An area constructed for the conservation of biodiversity
Adequate habitat and protection are provided for the wild animals living in a sanctuary
Several life forms like plants, animals, and micro-organisms conservation are possible in a reserve
Eg: Corbett national park
Eg: Nilgiri Biosphere reserve
(b)
Zoo
Wildlife Sanctuary
Animals are kept in artificially constructed facilities for public exhibition.
An area within which wild animals are protected from external dangers like hunting.
It is an artificial habitat and the animals may or may not adapt to the new conditions.
The animals are conserved within their natural habitat itself. So, they won’t have a problem with their surroundings.
(c)
Endangered Species
Extinct Species
The species which are on the verge of extinction are called as Endangered species.
The species of animals or plants that no longer exist are called Extinct species.
Eg: Bengal Tiger, Blue Whale, etc.
Eg: Caribbean monk seal, Great Auk, Passenger pigeon.
(d)
Flora
Fauna
It is the collective name for the plant life from a particular area.
It is the collective name for the animal life from a particular area
Eg: Spurge and Hogweed from the Nilgiris region
Eg: Langur, Tiger, Tahr from the Nilgiris region.