Unit 2 Panda Case Study

Question 1

In general, why is the Giant Panda threatened with extinction?

Answer 1

Reduced geographic range

Question 2

What is the Giant Panda classified as?

Answer 2

Vulnerable

Question 3

Historically, why was the Giant Panda pushed toward extinction?

Answer 3

Habitat loss & fragmentation
Overexploitation
Low genetic diversity

Question 4

Currently, why is the Giant Panda pushed toward extinction?

Answer 4

Habitat loss & fragmentation
Decreased access to primary food source
Climate change (effects range of bamboo thus pandas)

Question 5

Steps to protect the Giant Panda?

Answer 5

Law and policy
Habitat protection
Off-site conservation