| Definition |
A species that is at risk of becoming extinct in the near future |
A species that is no longer found in its natural range, but still exists elsewhere |
| Population |
The species has a small and declining population |
The species may have a healthy population in other areas, but is no longer present in its native range |
| Threats |
The species is threatened by habitat loss, hunting, disease, or other factors |
The species may have been extirpated due to habitat loss, hunting, disease, or other factors |
| Conservation |
Conservation efforts are focused on preventing the species from becoming extinct |
Conservation efforts may focus on reintroducing the species to its native range or protecting its remaining populations |
| Examples |
Giant Panda, Snow Leopard, African Elephant |
Gray Wolf in California, Eastern Cougar, Caribbean Monk Seal |
Biology Ease Staff asked 10 months ago