The United Nations has marked May 22
as The International Day for Biological Diversity to raise awareness and
understanding of biodiversity issues.
This year's theme, "Our
Biodiversity, Our Food, Our Health," focuses on the invaluable role of
biological diversity in human health and well-being. We can show our appreciation for the resources nature provides us every day by truly understanding (or simply reminding ourselves) where we get
our resources for good health—the food we eat, the water we drink, and the air we
breathe. By doing so, we are putting first the species and the ecosystems that keep our health in check and make our lives worthwhile.
We can be a catalyst of change in small ways, be it by buying
local food or using recyclable bags.
Here in SeaLifeBase, we celebrate marine biodiversity, from foraminiferans to cetaceans, from which we depend a
lot for our health and well-being. If you're keen to learn more, visit us here.
