Genetic Diversity
The proper definition for genetic diversity is the sum of genetic information contained in the genes of individual flora, fauna, and organisms. Each species is the storage compartment of a very big amount of genetic information in the form of traits and characteristics.
Genetic Diversity is important to old and new species as it helps evolve from old and new traits through out evolution to adapt and 'evolve' to the new environment.
Adapting to new environment whether they be hotter, colder, windier etc. can play a massive advantage in the species existence and make the species either thrive and be healthier, live longer and produce more offspring or eventually die off and become weak.
This may also include the same species to look different because they are in two different environment. An example is the finches in South America where one could have a longer beak for bigger bits or food whilst the other has a smaller beak because the food portions are smaller in that area/environment.
Genetic Diversity is important to old and new species as it helps evolve from old and new traits through out evolution to adapt and 'evolve' to the new environment.
Adapting to new environment whether they be hotter, colder, windier etc. can play a massive advantage in the species existence and make the species either thrive and be healthier, live longer and produce more offspring or eventually die off and become weak.
This may also include the same species to look different because they are in two different environment. An example is the finches in South America where one could have a longer beak for bigger bits or food whilst the other has a smaller beak because the food portions are smaller in that area/environment.