BSI Publication for Endangered Plants
The Botanical Survey of India (BSI) identifies and documents plant species facing threats. This inventory is crucial for conservation efforts.
Globally, endangered and threatened species are cataloged using a standardized system.
- The Red Data Book is the internationally recognized publication format for listing endangered species.
- Botanical and zoological organizations worldwide, including the BSI in India, utilize the Red Data Book concept to publish information on threatened flora and fauna.
Therefore, the BSI's publication listing endangered plants is titled the Red Data Book.
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