Many animals are endangered due to habitat loss, hunting, climate change, and pollution. Protecting them is important for biodiversity.

Key Points

• Examples of endangered species:
  
  • Mammals: Tiger, snow leopard, giant panda, blue whale.
  • Birds: Great Indian bustard, kakapo.
  • Reptiles: Komodo dragon, gharial.
    
• Causes: Deforestation, poaching, global warming, pollution.
• Conservation: National parks, breeding programs, wildlife protection laws.