Unit 2 Biodiversity Restriction Concepts Flashcards
1
Q
At what rate is biodiversity being lost?
A
At 100x the normal rate
2
Q
Goals of The Convention on Biological Diversity?
A
Conserve
Sustain
Protect
3
Q
What are the main causes of recent extinction and loss of biodiversity?
A
Conversion of habitat
Overexploitation
4
Q
What was the Red List Index (RLI) developed for and what is the scale/ relationship?
A
Developed to show trends in extinction risk
Scale is from 0 to 1, where 0 is extinct and 1 is the least risk
5
Q
In general, what group of animals is most at risk for extinction?
A
Amphibians
