The genetic make-up of a species between individuals that dictate whether a species can live long or live short. Individuality is equal to more opportunities for the species to evolve.

The variety of numbers in species and the abundance of it in an ecosystem. They are the most basic units in biodiversity, which is why the abundance of it is equal to a healthy biodiversity.

Simply put, it is the number of ecosystems and habitats in an area. It dictates the diversity of each ecosystem in a place.

The different breeds of dogs are an example of genetic diversity, from Shih Tzu's to Labradors.

A forest containing 4-5 species of trees is an example of species diversity.

Deserts, forests, oceans and coral reefs are an example of ecosystem diversity.