Species which are on the verge of extinction are called _____ species.
A
extinct
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B
endangered
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C
alien
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D
endemic
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Solution
The correct option is B endangered Endangered species are those whose population is reducing and they are at a high risk of extinction. Species like Asiatic lions, tigers, vultures, single-horned rhinos, etc. are considered to be endangered.