Question

Which of the following is responsible for the extinction of wildlife?

• A. Hunting
• B. Destruction of habitats
• C. Pollution of air and water
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

All of the above

The important causes of biodiversity losses or species extinctions, that the world is facing now, are largely due to human activities. There are four major causes -
(i) Habitat loss and fragmentation (includes deforestation and pollution).
(ii) Over-exploitation (includes hunting, fishing and other such activities).
(iii) Alien species invasions.
(iv) Co-extinctions.

Thus, the correct answer is option D.