Most endangered species are victims of

Habitat destruction

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The correct option is A
Habitat destruction

Habitat loss is a major cause for the extinction of species. Every species is adapted to survive in its own habitat. Once the habitat is destroyed, the species can no longer survive in an alien condition. This gradually results in extinction.

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Q. Which of the following eliminates the species from a particular area?
I. Use of insecticides
II. Hunting of the species as prey
III. Habitat destruction

The destruction of habitat, increasing population and introduction of new species may affect the natural habitat of endemic species and endanger their existence.

Q. Question 5
Which one of the following statements is true about endemic species?

(a) They are found exclusively in a specific habitat.
(b) Endemic species can never become endangered.
(c) They are found only in zoos and botanical gardens.
(d) They are not affected by the destruction of their habitat.

Q. The figure below depicts life-history strategies for three plant species (a.b and c) along 3 axes: strength of competition with other organisms, level of disturbance in the habitat, and level of environment stress in the habitat. Species a grow in habitat where competition among species is high but disturbance and stress are low. Species b grows in habitats with high environmental stress but with low inter species competition.

Species c grows in highly disturbed habitats with low environment stress.
Which of the statement below is/are correct?
I. Characteristics of "a-type" plants are faster growth rate and short-lived leaves.
II. Desert annual plants are "b-type" species. They have rapid growth and produce large amount of seeds in a short time after rains.
III. Most plants belonging to "c-type" species would be herbaceous while "a-type and "b-types" species are likely to be tress or shrubs

Ecological hotspots are areas rich in _______ species, which are facing a threat of extinction due to habitat destruction.

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Most endangered species are victims of

The correct option is A Habitat destruction Habitat loss is a major cause for the extinction of species. Every species is adapted to survive in its own habitat. Once the habitat is destroyed, the species can no longer survive in an alien condition. This gradually results in extinction.

The correct option is A
Habitat destruction

Habitat loss is a major cause for the extinction of species. Every species is adapted to survive in its own habitat. Once the habitat is destroyed, the species can no longer survive in an alien condition. This gradually results in extinction.