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What does it mean for a species to be 'Conservation Dependent'?
It is reliant on the conservation efforts of humans
What happens if the conservation efforts for a 'Conservation Dependent' species cease?
The species qualifies for one of the threatened categories within five years
Which organization categorizes species as 'Conservation Dependent'?
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Which version of the IUCN Categories & Criteria includes the 'Conservation Dependent' category?
Version 2.3 (prior to 2001)
How are 'Conservation Dependent' species classified under the 2001 (version 3.1) system?
Near threatened
What is a conservation-dependent species?
A conservation-dependent species is a species that relies on conservation efforts to prevent it from becoming endangered.
How are conservation-dependent species classified?
Conservation-dependent species are classified as 'Conservation Dependent' ('LR/cd') by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
What is the purpose of a continuing species-specific and/or habitat-specific conservation program?
The purpose of a continuing species-specific and/or habitat-specific conservation program is to prevent a conservation-dependent species from qualifying for one of the threatened categories within a period of five years.
Can the status of a conservation-dependent species change?
Yes, the status of a conservation-dependent species is constantly monitored and can change.
What is the current classification of conservation-dependent species under the 2001 (version 3.1) system?
Under the 2001 (version 3.1) system, conservation-dependent species are classified as near threatened.
Study Notes
Conservation Dependent Species
- A species is considered 'Conservation Dependent' if it relies entirely on continuing conservation efforts to prevent it from becoming threatened with extinction.
Classification and Criteria
- The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) categorizes species as 'Conservation Dependent'.
- The 'Conservation Dependent' category is included in the IUCN Categories & Criteria version 2.3.
Classification System
- Under the 2001 (version 3.1) system, 'Conservation Dependent' species are classified as CR (Critically Endangered) or EN (Endangered) if conservation efforts cease.
- Without conservation efforts, 'Conservation Dependent' species would be threatened with extinction.
Purpose of Conservation Programs
- The purpose of a continuing species-specific and/or habitat-specific conservation program is to prevent 'Conservation Dependent' species from becoming threatened with extinction.
Status Change
- The status of a conservation-dependent species can change if conservation efforts are successful or cease.
Current Classification
- Under the 2001 (version 3.1) system, conservation-dependent species are classified as CR (Critically Endangered) or EN (Endangered) if conservation efforts cease.
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