Biodiversity is the basis of human survival and economic well being. It has assumed great commercial significance. However, the rich biodiversity built over millions of years is under threat. For conservation and sustainable utilization of biological resources its management on scientific lines is essential. This book is written by leading experts on various aspects of Biodiversity, related to: Plants and Crops; Animals; Microbes; Remote Sensing; Molecular Characterization; Bioprospecting; Conservation and Sustainable Utilization; Intellectual Property rights issues; Bioinformatics Industry; and Policy Issues and Regulatory Frameworks. This concise and readable volume will be useful to students, researchers and professionals seeking new and exciting information on biodiversity.