12 Questions
Why is biodiversity important to the environment?
To maintain balance among living things
Which term refers to species that are likely to become extinct?
Endangered
How do predators help with biodiversity?
By controlling overpopulation through eating prey
Which animal is considered critically endangered in South Africa?
Riverine rabbit
What does the term 'poached' mean in the context of the text?
Hunted illegally and killed by humans
How does biodiversity occur in an environment?
By having many different kinds of plants and animals living together
What does it mean when an animal is categorized as 'vulnerable'?
They are likely to become endangered unless something changes
Why are cheetahs often hunted by humans?
Because they eat farmers’ sheep
What organization works for the conservation of animals in South Africa?
Endangered Wildlife Trust
What is poaching?
Illegal hunting of animals
Why is it important to protect cheetahs and lions?
To maintain the balance of plant and animal life
How can individuals support the conservation efforts of the Endangered Wildlife Trust?
By making donations to the organization
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