Question

Which of the following factors endanger the existence of endemic species?

i. Destruction of habitat
ii. Increasing population
iii. Introduction of new species

• A. (i) and (ii)
• B. (ii) and (iii)
• C. (i) and (iii)
• D. (i), (ii) and (iii)

Answer 1

The correct option is D (i), (ii) and (iii)

Endemic species are species of plants and animals which are found exclusively in a particular area. They are not naturally found anywhere else.

i) Destruction of habitat:

• Increasing human activity to meet demands results in habitat destruction. This renders the endemic species with no place to live.

ii) Increasing population:

• It leads to destruction of forests for setting up of buildings or agricultural areas to meet the demand of the growing population.

i) Introduction of new species:

• Introduction of a new species in a territory of endemic species also marks danger to their survival as they might end up killing them.
• The new species also fight with the endemic species for all the resources.