<span style="color: #222222;">Today is the International Day for Biological Diversity. The term Biodiversity refers to the diversity and variability of life on Earth. The United Nations General Assembly designated May 22 as International Day for Biological Diversity in December 2000. <br />”<br />”The day is celebrated to raise awareness about the environment and all species that live on this planet. The theme of this year's International Day<br />”<br />” for Biological Diversity is -Building a shared future for all life.<br />”<br />”Speaking to All India Radio, Professor and noted environmentalist CK Varshney said that the time has come to stop abusing nature and protect it for future generations.<br />”<br />”Prof Varshney also said that the high emissions of carbon dioxide is resulting in global warming and added that only planting more trees can save earth from the rising temperatures.</span><br />