biological diversity. the most vulnerable microendemics relic species species with small populations...
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The Most Vulnerable• Microendemics
• Relic species
• Species with small populations
• Slow reproducers
• Species that have evolved in isolation
Species Protection
• Endangered Species Act 1973
– Endangered Species
– Threatened Species
• What is the broader problem?
Carroll Country
• Stippled Studfish Fundulus bifax - Endangered
• Restricted distribution and are extremely rare. • Habitat loss due to dam and reservoir construction,
habitat degradation, and poor water quality.
Conservation Movement
• Conservation Programs focus on open space
• Integrated Conservation-Development Projects