In situ conservation involves protecting species within their natural habitats, such as wildlife sanctuaries, to maintain biodiversity. This method contrasts with ex situ conservation, which includes activities like captive breeding in zoos.
Example of a successful protected area + why successful
Criteria for a protected area
In Situ conservation
"On-site conservation" In the original habitat, that is protected. Wild life sanctuaries.
Flagship species
In conservation biology, a flagship species is a species chosen to raise support for biodiversity conservation in a given place or social context
Edge effect
Ex Situ conservation
"Off-Site conservation" not in the original habitat // Giant pandas in zoos for captive breeding
Umbrella species
Species for making conservation-related decisions. Protecting these species indirectly protects other species in the habitat.
Keystone species
Keystone species are species that have a high impact on an ecosystem if their populations decrease. Keystone species are critical for the overall structure and function of an ecosystem.