Glossary B
Deutsch: Bioindikatorarten / Español: Especies bioindicadoras / Português: Espécies bioindicadoras / Français: Espèces bioindicatrices / Italiano: Specie bioindicatrici
The concept of Bioindicator Species plays a critical role in environmental monitoring by providing measurable insights into ecosystem health. These organisms, ranging from lichens to fish, react sensitively to changes in their surroundings, making them invaluable tools for assessing pollution, climate shifts, or habitat degradation. Their study bridges ecology and policy, enabling data-driven decisions for conservation and sustainable resource management.
Deutsch: Bioinsekizid / Español: Bioinsecticida / Português: Bioinseticida / Français: Bioinsecticide / Italiano: Bioinsetticida
Bioinsecticides are a class of pesticides derived from natural sources, such as plants, bacteria, certain minerals, or certain naturally occurring substances. These substances are used to control or kill insects that are considered pests. The use of bioinsecticides is gaining traction in modern agriculture due to their environmental benefits and reduced toxicity compared to synthetic chemical pesticides.