In this program a student explores biodiversity with the help of academic experts, and learns why all parts of an ecosystem are important -- even the mosquitoes. Focusing on biodiversity in Australia, the video examines the negative impact of European farming techniques on the continent's fragile natural environments; it also looks at Australia's high rate of mammal extinction and prevalence of invasive species as areas of concern to environmentalists. Finally, viewers are presented with examples of what individuals and groups can do to conserve biodiversity.

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Introduction: An Introduction to Biodiversity (1:27) -- What on Earth is Biodiversity? (3:05) -- Ecosystems (1:19) -- Biodiversity in Australia (2:30) -- European Colonization - Invasive Species (2:45) -- Long Term Effects on Biodiversity (3:20) -- What Can You do to Conserve Biodiversity (3:21) -- Preserving the Helmeted Honeyeater (3:34) -- Conclusion and Credits: An Introduction to Biodiversity (1:25).