Question

Which one of the following is not included under in-situ conservation?

Options

• national park

• sanctuary

• botanical garden

• biosphere reserve

Answer 1

botanical garden

Explanation:

In-situ conservation is synonymous with “on-site conservation.” The protection and management of important components of biological diversity through a network of protected areas is known as in-situ conservation. Botanical gardens are examples of ex-situ conservation, which is the preservation of plant populations outside of their natural habitats.