Endangered and Extinct

The video discusses the causes of animal endangerment, emphasizing human impact through habitat destruction, poaching, overfishing, pollution, and the introduction of invasive species. It highlights the need for conservation efforts to protect biodiversity and maintain ecological balance.

What is the primary cause of species endangerment in recent centuries?

• Climate change

• Predator-prey dynamics

• Natural disasters

• Human activities

How does habitat destruction primarily affect animals?

• It increases their food supply

• It forces them to migrate to new areas

• It provides them with more shelter

• It improves their living conditions

Why are black rhinos endangered?

• Competition with other species

• Loss of habitat

• Climate change

• Poaching for their horns

What is a consequence of overfishing on marine ecosystems?

• Rapid population growth

• Stability of food webs

• Increased biodiversity

• Disruption of the food web

How does water pollution affect bird species like the bald eagle?

• It has no effect

• It weakens their eggshells

• It strengthens their eggshells

• It increases their population

What is a major problem with introducing non-native plant species?

• They improve soil quality

• They enhance biodiversity

• They lack natural predators

• They provide more food for native animals

Why are pythons a threat in the Florida Everglades?

• They thrive without natural predators

• They are native predators

• They are harmless to the ecosystem

• They have natural predators