Difference between biosphere reserve and national parks?

Difference between biosphere reserve and national parks?

Differences between biosphere reserve and national park:

Biosphere reserve National park
* It is ecosystem-oriented, hitched to the whole ecosystem and includes all life forms. * It is the habitat for a particular wild animal species.
* The average size ranges over 5670 sq km. * The average size ranges from 0.04 to 3162 sq km.
* It is not permissible for tourism. * It is permissible for tourism.
* Research and scientific management present. * Research and scientific management are absent.
* Proper attention is given to gene pools and their conservation. * So far no attention is given to gene pools and their conservation.