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What is the definition of extinct species?
What is the definition of extinct species?
- Species of plants and animals that are no longer found on Earth. (correct)
- Species that exist in a different habitat than their natural one.
- Species that are endangered and at risk of extinction.
- Species that are still found in the wild.
What caused the extinction of the dodo bird?
What caused the extinction of the dodo bird?
- Invasive species introduction.
- Hunting for food. (correct)
- Climate change.
- Natural habitat destruction.
Which term describes a species that no longer exists in its natural habitat but survives in captivity?
Which term describes a species that no longer exists in its natural habitat but survives in captivity?
- Threatened.
- Extinct in nature.
- Extinct in the wild. (correct)
- Endangered.
Which of the following species is an example of being extinct in the wild?
Which of the following species is an example of being extinct in the wild?
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Which of these animals is mentioned as extinct in our country?
Which of these animals is mentioned as extinct in our country?
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Definition of Extinct Species
- Extinct species are plants and animals that no longer exist on Earth.
- Their absence marks the end of their lineage and ecological role.
Dodo Bird
- The dodo bird is a notable example of extinction due to human activities.
- Primarily hunted for food, leading to its eventual disappearance.
Extinct in the Wild
- A species is classified as extinct in the wild when it no longer exists in its natural habitat but survives in captivity, such as zoos.
- Examples include:
- Pink-headed duck: once native but now extinct in its original range.
- Cheetah: populations in certain regions have faced local extinction.
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