Thesis: Making use of the limited world resources to satisfy the increasing human population requires the knowledge of ecology and geography of the different biological diversity.
Introduction
Making use of the limited world resources to satisfy the increasing human population requires the knowledge of ecology and geography of the different biological diversity.
Protection of species
Human activities are the main causes of species extinction.
Biogeography provides information that is crucial in the establishment of habitats. This information takes into account the optimum environment suitable for the species.
Accessing environmental impacts
Biogeography is used in assessing environmental impacts of new land developments using a formal process.
The procedure is now mandatory in several countries.
Pest Control
There has been concern regarding the use of chemicals to kill pests in agriculture.
Biogeography provides a solution to this problem by introducing predators that feed on the pests.
Conclusion
Biogeography is very crucial in environmental management and should be given the attention it deserves.
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