SHARK

LIZARD

DOLPHIN

PARROT

FLY

PANDA BEAR

KANGAROO

What animal is this?

What animal is this?

Endangered Species

One problem for animals is that their habitat is sometimes destroyed by humans. As human populations increase, more and more space is needed for people. Building areas for people to live pushed animals out of their natural homes. Forest and swamp habitats are the most threatened. Trees are cut down to make room for homes and businesses. Swamps are filled in so that neighborhoods can expand. The habitat is destroyed. The animals have nowhere else to go. Without a habitat, the number of animals begins to go down.

What is being destroyed that can contribute to animal extinction?

Endangered Species

There is still hope for animals who are already on the endangered species list. Some organizations are working hard to recreate habitats for them. Breeding programs are helping animal populations increase. We all have to be aware and think before we act. The things we do can affect more than just ourselves.

Which of the following that best describe 'breeding' as used in the passage?

The ___________________ was the largest bird that ever lived.

African lions live in the grasslands. It is their ____________.

Pandas are in danger of becoming extinct. They are ______________________ animals.

The ___ ____ was like a sea lion.

DOG

HORSE

GOAT