Noah and Finn: 9.9 - Endangered Species

How can species become endangered? (4 ways)

Poaching, Invasives, Special food / habitat needs, Climate Change

What is CITES?

An international agreement for countries to set up agencies to monitor import and export of endangered species

What is the Endangered Species Act?

US law giving USFWS power to designate species as endangered or threatened, monitor trade, and purchase land critical to these species' habitats

Designation areas with important habitats as national parks and wildlife preserves does what for species?

Allows them to breed and reestablish their population size

What is interspecific competition?

Competition for resources (food, nest sites, water) amongst members of different species

What are some effects of interspecific competition?

Can cause species to become threatened, especially when combined with general habitat fragmentation or loss due to human land use

What type of species does interspecific competition threaten?

Species that are already vulnerable to habitat disruption due to climate change

How does poaching lead to species endangerment?

Poachers hunt exotic species for fur, tesks, horns, may also be over harvested or hunted for food

How can invasive species lead to native species endangerment?

Invasive species can outcompete natives for resources (food, water, sun, space)

Are generalists or specialists more likely to be endangered?

Specialists