Endemic and Endangered Species

Author:S K Aggarwal & V K Sally
8th CBSE
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Endemic and Endangered Species: Overview

This topic defines endemic species as those species of plants and animals found exclusively in a particular area. Animals whose numbers are diminishing to a level that they might face extinction are known as endangered animals.

Important Questions on Endemic and Endangered Species

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Species which are restricted to a particular geographical region are called:

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What is the term given to a species restricted to a particular area?

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Endangered species are those which are in the danger of extinction.

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Extinct species are those which are present in small numbers.

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What is meant by extinct, endangered and endemic species?

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Differentiate between endangered species and extinct species.

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Differentiate between the following:

Endangered and Endemic species.