Explanation
The concept of biodiversity hotspot was introduced by (b) Norman Myers.
Norman Myers, an English environmentalist and biologist, introduced the concept of biodiversity hotspots in 1988. In his publication titled "Threatened Biotas: 'Hot Spots' in Tropical Forests," Myers identified specific areas in the world that exhibited exceptionally high levels of biodiversity and faced significant threats of habitat loss and species extinction. These areas, referred to as biodiversity hotspots, were identified based on the criteria of having a high number of endemic plant species and experiencing significant habitat loss.
The concept of biodiversity hotspots has since been widely recognized and adopted by conservation organizations, researchers, and policymakers. It has played a crucial role in prioritizing conservation efforts and allocating resources to protect areas that are rich in biodiversity and face imminent threats.
While Christopher Columbus and Charles Darwin made significant contributions to the field of exploration and biology, they were not specifically responsible for introducing the concept of biodiversity hotspots. The WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature) is an organization involved in conservation efforts but did not introduce the concept of biodiversity hotspots.
