Extinction of wild life and Endangered species

Extinction  of wild life

                     Extinction means the complete elimination of a particular wild species. It is natural but a slow process. Many animals become extinct due to unplanned activities of man. Hunting for money and hunting for pleasure are the major causes for wildlife destruction.

            Increasing urbanization, agriculture expansion, overgrazing, deforestation and over exploitation of natural resources are the main causes leading to destruction of habitats. Destruction of habitats is the serious threat to wild life.

Endangered species

            When a species is represented by a fewer number in its natural habitat, then it is called as an endangered species. Living organisms require suitable climate for their survival. Or else they do not survive. When the conditions are not favourable for living and reproduction, the number of species becomes lesser and lesser. If the same factors continue in the given habitat, the particular species would become extinct soon.

                  In India 18 species of reptiles and 81 species of mammals are regarded as endangered species. One horned rhinoceros, wild buffalo, musk deer, Indian rock python and Kashmir stag are some other endangered species.