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One of the ex-situ conservation methods for endangered species is [AIIMS 2005]

A) Wildlife Sanctuaries

B) Biosphere Reserves

C) Cryopreservation

D)   National parks

Correct Answer: C

Solution :

Preservation at  can maintain tissue culture, embryos, animal cells/tissues, spermatogoa, etc. is called as cryopreservation. It is an ex-situ, conservation method i.e. conservation of organism outside their natural homes other ex-situ conservation methods are - off site collection and genebanks.