Living in the Environment 18th Edition by Tyler Miller,Scott Spoolman

Exercise 8

Summarize the roles of population growth, overconsumption, pollution, and climate change in the extinction of wild species. List possible causes of the decline of European honeybee populations in the United States. Describe how human activities threaten polar bears in the Arctic. Why does poaching occur Give three examples of species that are threatened by this illegal activity. Why are wild tigers likely to disappear within a few decades What is the connection between infectious diseases in humans and the pet trade Describe the threat to some forms of wildlife from the increased hunting for bush meat.