Endangered Species
Endangered Species
Endangered Species (pronunciation: /ɛnˈdeɪndʒərd ˈspiːʃiːz/) are a group of organisms that are at risk of becoming extinct due to a variety of factors, most commonly due to human activities such as deforestation, pollution, and climate change.
Etymology
The term "Endangered Species" comes from the English words "endanger" meaning to put someone or something at risk or in danger, and "species" which refers to a group of living organisms sharing common characteristics. The term was first used in the context of conservation biology.
Definition
An Endangered Species is defined as a type of organism that is threatened with extinction. This can be due to a number of factors, including loss of habitat, changes in ecosystem, overhunting or overfishing, and disease. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) maintains a Red List which categorizes species based on their conservation status, including those that are endangered.
Related Terms
- Extinct Species: A species that no longer exists anywhere on Earth.
- Threatened Species: A species that is likely to become endangered in the foreseeable future.
- Vulnerable Species: A species that is likely to become endangered unless the circumstances threatening its survival and reproduction improve.
- Conservation: The practice of protecting and preserving the natural world, including endangered species.
- Biodiversity: The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Endangered Species
- Wikipedia's article - Endangered Species
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