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What is an endangered species?
What is an endangered species?
What is one of the leading causes of endangered animals?
What is one of the leading causes of endangered animals?
What is poaching?
What is poaching?
What is one of the natural causes of endangered species?
What is one of the natural causes of endangered species?
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How many endangered species are suspected to exist worldwide?
How many endangered species are suspected to exist worldwide?
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What is the result of an increase in the number of extinct species?
What is the result of an increase in the number of extinct species?
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What is one way to help save endangered species by keeping the environment clean?
What is one way to help save endangered species by keeping the environment clean?
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Where can people go to stay educated about endangered species?
Where can people go to stay educated about endangered species?
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What is one positive effect of biodiversity?
What is one positive effect of biodiversity?
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How can people directly support endangered species?
How can people directly support endangered species?
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Study Notes
What Are Endangered Species?
- An endangered species is an animal that is in danger of becoming extinct due to low population size or threat of extinction.
- There are almost 1,000 different endangered species in the world, with about 450 of them living in the United States.
Causes of Endangered Species
- Human activities are leading causes of endangered species, including:
- Loss of habitat due to deforestation and urbanization
- Pollution of air, water, and land
- Poaching for animal parts such as horns, fur, and meat
- Natural changes in the environment can also contribute to endangered species, including:
- Introduction of new animals to an area
- Global warming
Importance of Saving Endangered Species
- Preserving biodiversity is crucial, as it provides benefits such as:
- Air and water purification
- Improved agriculture
- Overall health benefits
- The extinction of endangered species can lead to a decrease in biodiversity.
Ways to Help Save Endangered Species
- Keep the environment clean by:
- Recycling
- Buying sustainable products
- Educate others about endangered species in their area by:
- Visiting national wildlife refuges or parks
- Adopt an endangered species through a non-profit organization, such as the World Wildlife Refuge.
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Learn about the different animals that are in danger of becoming extinct and why it's happening. Take this quiz to test your knowledge about endangered species.
