Endangered, Threatened, or Invasive?

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What does 'endangered' mean?

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A species that is in danger of extinction.

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What does 'threatened' mean?

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A species that is likely to become endangered in the near future.

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What does 'invasive' mean?

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A species that is not native to a specific location and can cause harm to the environment, economy, or human health.

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What are some causes of a species becoming endangered?

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Habitat loss, pollution, predation, interspecific competition, and disease.

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What is an example of an endangered species?

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The California condor.

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What is an example of a threatened species?

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The polar bear.

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What is an example of an invasive species?

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The zebra mussel.

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How can habitat loss affect species?

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It can reduce the living space and resources available for species, leading to population decline.

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Why is it important to protect endangered species?

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To maintain biodiversity and ecological balance.

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What role do humans play in species becoming endangered?

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Humans can contribute through activities like deforestation, pollution, and overfishing.