NEETBiologyBiodiversity and ConservationMCQ+4 / −1
Which one of the following is an example of ex situ conservation ?
- ASacred groves
- BWild life sanctuary
- CNational park
- DSeed bank
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Correct answer: D
Ex-situ conservation is the conservation
of selected organism in places outside
their natural homes. They include off site
collection and gene banks.
In situ conservation, on the other hand, is the
conservation of endangered species in their
natural habitat. Biosphere reserves, national
parks, wildlife sanctuaries and sacred groves
all are examples of In situ conservation.
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