Read the following leaflet/notice and choose the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12.
Threats to Wildlife
Wildlife around the world faces numerous threats, (7) __________ of which are caused by human activity. Understanding these dangers is the first step toward protecting the (8) __________ of life on our planet.
- Habitat Destruction: Urban expansion, agriculture, and logging destroy natural habitats, leaving animals without a place to live, breed, and find food.
- Poaching and Illegal Wildlife Trade: Poaching and illegal wildlife trade have (9) __________ species such as elephants, rhinos, and tigers to the verge of extinction.
- Pollution: Pollution from plastics, chemicals, and oil spills has caused serious harm to wildlife, especially when they ingest plastic, get caught in waste, or suffer (10) __________ harmful chemicals in their environment.
- Climate Change: Rising temperatures, extreme weather, and shifting ecosystems due to climate change are disrupting the natural (11) __________. Species that rely on specific climates, such as polar bears and coral reefs, have had their habitats (12) __________ as a result.