Overview
Endangered species are those at risk of extinction due to various human-induced factors such as habitat loss, pollution, and climate change. Protecting these species is vital for maintaining biodiversity, which supports ecosystem health and resilience. Conservation efforts, including legal protectio...
Key Terms
Example: Coral reefs are known for their high biodiversity.
Example: The passenger pigeon is an example of a species that went extinct.
Example: Urban development often leads to habitat loss for many animals.
Example: Conservation efforts include creating national parks.
Example: Overfishing has led to the decline of many fish species.
Example: Plastic pollution affects marine life significantly.
Related Topics
Biodiversity Conservation
Study of methods and practices to protect biodiversity.
intermediateEcological Restoration
The process of assisting the recovery of ecosystems that have been degraded.
advancedClimate Change Impact
Exploration of how climate change affects ecosystems and species.
intermediateSustainable Development
Understanding development that meets present needs without compromising future generations.
intermediateKey Concepts
biodiversityhabitat lossconservation effortsextinction rates