Question

Which statement is incorrect about endangered species?

• A. Their number has decreased drastically.
• B. They might become extinct in the near future.
• C. Their natural habitat needs to be protected.
• D. They pose a danger to other animals.

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Their number has decreased drastically.

The correct option is A.
Explanation for the correct option:

1. Any plant or animal species whose chance of surviving within the state is in jeopardy or likely to do so in the future is considered an endangered plant species.
2. Due to factors including habitat loss and species overpopulation, they are in danger.
3. A critically endangered (CR) species is one that has a very high risk of going extinct in the wild.
4. An extinction rate that is higher than the typical rate of extinction is occurring due to the global extinction catastrophe.
5. It has frequently been connected to the loss of biodiversity and human effects on climate change.
6. This is consistent with the natural factors that put a strain on species or drive animal populations to extinction.
7. The following are the main factors that contribute to critically endangered species: destroying habitat and invasive species Introduction, illness, atmosphere degradation, and natural resource depletion.
8. Species that have been determined to be in danger of going extinct in the near future are considered endangered.

Explanations for the incorrect options:
Statement B:

Their population has drastically reduced, and they risk going extinct soon.

Statement C:

The native vegetation of endangered species must be preserved to prevent extinction.

Statement D:

No other species are threatened by endangered species.

Final answer: The incorrect statement is A.