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Habitat loss and fragmentation, over exploitation, alien species invasion and co-extinction are causes for:
Habitat loss and fragmentation, over exploitation, alien species invasion and co-extinction are causes for:
Updated On: Jun 23, 2024
- Population explosion
- Competition
- Biodiversity loss
- Natality
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The Correct Option is C
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The "Evil Quartet" is a term used to explain the primary drivers behind species extinction. This concept identifies four main factors: overexploitation, habitat loss, continuous species extinction, and the introduction of exotic species.
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