APES FRQ

identify one threatened or endangered species and explain why it's population declined

The African elephant is threatened because it is constantly being poached for it's Ivory/tusk which is then being sold by the poachers.

name and describe one US law that is intended to prevent the extinction of a species

The endangered specie act is a US law that makes it illegal for Americans to hunt, collect, or kill endangered species. Also forbids federal agencies from committing to any projects that would harm an endangered species.

present three arguments in favor for the maintenance of biodiversity

The more bio diversity in your area, the less likely you are to be taken over by an invasive species. bio diversity also gives aesthetic value to an area. with more bio diversity there would be more vegetation and plant life in an area which helps make medicines.

describe three characteristics of organisms that would make them particularly vulnerable to extinction

slow to reproduce, few offspring, has a high commercial value.