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en·dan·gered species (

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A species present in such small numbers that it is at risk of extinction.

endangered species (

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A plant or animal species existing in such small numbers that it is in danger of becoming extinct, especially such a species placed in jeopardy as a result of human activity. One of the principal factors in the endangerment or extinction of a species is the destruction or pollution of its native habitat. Other factors include overhunting, intentional extermination, and the accidental or intentional introduction of alien species that outcompete the native species for environmental resources.

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endangered species - a species whose numbers are so small that the species is at risk of extinction

Australian lungfish, Neoceratodus forsteri, Queensland lungfish - an endangered species of lungfish found in rivers in Queensland

species - (biology) taxonomic group whose members can interbreed

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endangered species (redirected from wildlife, conservation of)

endangered species
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