Endangered and extinct animals

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What is an endangered species?

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An endangered species is a type of animal or plant that is at risk of extinction.

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What does it mean when an animal is extinct?

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An extinct animal is one that no longer exists anywhere on Earth.

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Name one critically endangered animal.

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The Black Rhinoceros.

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Where is the Black Rhinoceros native to?

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Southern and Eastern Africa.

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What is the main reason for animals becoming endangered?

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Habitat loss, poaching, and climate change.

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What is the difference between endangered and extinct?

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Endangered means there are few left, while extinct means none are left.

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Can you name an extinct animal?

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Dinosaurs.

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What does it mean when a species is vulnerable?

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A vulnerable species is one that is at risk of becoming endangered.

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What is poaching?

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Poaching is the illegal hunting or capturing of wild animals.

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Why are some animals hunted?

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For their meat, fur, or other body parts.