key term - Species Diversity

Definition

Species diversity refers to the variety of different species within a specific area or ecosystem.

Related terms

Biodiversity:

This is the variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

Genetic Diversity:

This refers to the total number of genetic characteristics in the genetic makeup of a species.

Ecosystem Diversity: This is the variety of habitats, living communities, and ecological processes in the living world.