Which one of the following is a trait that increases the chances of survival for an endangered species?
A) Large size
B) A food source consisting of a single species
C) Widespread distribution
D) Small number of offspring
Question 2
The Ivory-Billed Woodpecker, long thought extinct, may have been found in deep woods of Missouri. Even though a few individuals may have survived, this may not be enough to avoid extinction of this species.
What else must these few birds do to ensure the survival of the species? A) Defend a territory against other bird species and predators
B) Maintain a viable breeding colony in the face of environmental resistance factors
C) Shift to a new source of food widely available in their region
D) Migrate to a better habitat that is more protected from people
The endangered ruffed lemur.
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