Genetic diversity: The variety of genes within a particular species, population or breed causing differences in morphology, physiology and behaviour.
Inbreeding: the breeding of closely related individuals. An inbred population usually has less genetic variability and this is generally disadvantageous for its long-term survival and success.
Invertebrates: animals with no backbone.
Outbreeding: The mating of unrelated individuals. Outbreeding increases genetic variability and the health of individuals and populations. It is generally beneficial for the long-term survival and success of populations.
Subspecies: a population usually restricted to a geographical area that differs from other populations of the same species, but not to the extent of being classified as a separate species.
Venomous: species that produce and can inject poisonous venom under the skin (usually through a bite or sting), causing injury, illness, or death.
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