Which of the following is not a cause for loss of biodiversity ?

Options

A. Destruction of habitat
B. Invasion by alien species
C. Keeping animals in zoological parks
D. Over-exploitation of natural resources

Answer

C

Explanation

Explanation : Keeping animals in zoological parks is not a cause for loss of biodiversity. The important factors causing loss of biodiversity are as follows: (i) Destruction of natural habitat (primary cause) (ii) Introduction of exotic (alien species) and indigenous species (iii) Over exploitation of natural resources (iv) Co extinction of species.