Agro biodiversity in Aquatic Systems: Conserving Fish and Other Aquatic Resources in Nepal
Introduction Agro biodiversity is generally viewed to mean crops grown in the fields, it also comprises a wide array of aquatic ecosystems, playing a very vital role in maintaining biodiversity, supporting local livelihoods, and providing food. Nepal possesses various species of fish and other aquatic organisms whose natural habitats are formed by rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetland areas; hence, it becomes highly significant for the need of conservation. Yet, these resources are under threat from pollution, overfishing, and habitat degradation. This article provides the importance of Aquatic agro biodiversity in Nepal, major impediments to aquatic ecosystem conservation scenarios, and challenges for their removed actions which are necessary for sustainable use; it also provides some ideas on conservation approaches for maintaining such natural resources into the next generation. Body 1. Importance of Aquatic Agro biodiversity in Nepal Nepal's diverse aquatic biodiversity is...