1b-2 Threats to biodiversity

Which of the following is an example of direct exploitation of species?

• Deforestation

• Ploughing of grassland

• Overfishing of tuna

• Introduction of predators

Which species became extinct due to overexploitation for food?

• Dodo

• Elephant

• Gorilla

• Rhino

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Which animal skin has been overexploited for fashion purposes?

• Crocodile

• Tiger

• Parrot

• Ostrich

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Which of the following is NOT a species commonly exploited as pets?

• Parrot

• Lizard

• Snake

• Tortoise

Which of the following is a reason for collecting wild animals for zoos?

• Conservation

• Entertainment

• Fashion

• Furniture

Which marine fish are commonly taken from the wild for aquaria?

• Swordfish

• Tuna

• Salmon

• Sharks

Which of the following materials have been used to make furniture or ornamental items?

• Mahogany

• Teak

• Ebony

• Ivory

Which demand has led to the collection of large numbers of selected species for traditional medicines?

• Food

• Fashion

• Pets

• Medicine

Which part of the tiger is used in traditional medicine for sedative purposes?

• Claws

• Tail

• Dung

• Whiskers

Which abiotic factor can cause surface wetland habitats to dry out?

• Water availability

• Dissolved oxygen

• Temperature

• pH

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