Threats to Endangered Species

The video discusses various animal species that are critically endangered, including sloths, manatees, penguins, platypus, koalas, polar bears, jaguars, sea turtles, bees, and Asiatic lions. It highlights the threats they face, such as habitat loss, climate change, poaching, and pollution. The video emphasizes the importance of conservation efforts and encourages viewers to take action to help protect these species.

What are the main threats to the survival of sloths?

• Lack of food resources

• Predation by larger animals

• Overfishing and pollution

• Habitat loss and illegal trade

Which factor is NOT a threat to manatees?

• Invasive species

• Overpopulation of manatees

• Water pollution

• Climate change

What is a significant threat to penguins?

• Deforestation

• Ice melt and global warming

• Air pollution

• Overfishing

What is the conservation status of the platypus according to the IUCN?

• Vulnerable

• Critically endangered

• Endangered

• Nearly endangered

What is the primary cause of the koala's endangered status?

• Predation by larger animals

• Overhunting

• Climate change

• Loss and fragmentation of habitat

What is the main reason polar bears are endangered?

• Deforestation

• Melting of Arctic ice

• Overhunting

• Pollution

What is a major threat to jaguars?

• Melting ice

• Deforestation of the Amazon

• Air pollution

• Overfishing

What is a significant threat to loggerhead sea turtles?

• Overpopulation

• Tourism and accidental fishing

• Lack of food resources

• Predation by larger animals

What percentage of wild bee species are currently threatened with extinction?

• 20%

• 9%

• 5%

• 15%

What is a major threat to the Asiatic lion?

• Air pollution

• Overfishing

• Melting ice

• Human population growth and poaching