HIPPO: Biodiversity Threats Review

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What does the IUCN Red List include?

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The IUCN Red List includes data on over 70,000 species.

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How are humans causing extinction?

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Humans are causing extinction by overhunting animals for food or products, destroying the natural habitat of species, and polluting the environments of the world.

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What can help prevent habitat destruction?

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Finding a balance between what humans and animals need can help prevent habitat destruction.

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What is the term for the breaking of habitats into smaller pieces?

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Habitat fragmentation.

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How would a species that is pervasive and abundant be classified?

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It would be classified as Least Concern (LC).

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What is habitat loss?

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Habitat loss is the destruction or alteration of the natural environment, leading to a decline in species populations.

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What is the significance of the IUCN Red List?

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The IUCN Red List is significant as it assesses the conservation status of species and helps in conservation efforts.

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What does 'endangered' mean?

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Endangered refers to a species that is at risk of extinction.

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What is an example of habitat destruction?

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An example of habitat destruction is deforestation for agriculture.