Question

which of the following could result in the extinction of a species?
○ harsh restrictions on poachers
○ increase in the habitat size of a species
○ adding a new species to the habitat
○ decrease tourism in protected areas

Explanation:

• Harsh restrictions on poachers: This would help protect the species, reducing extinction risk.
• Increase in habitat size: More habitat supports the species, lowering extinction risk.
• Adding a new species to the habitat: The new species could compete with or prey on the original species, disrupting its ecosystem and potentially leading to its extinction.
• Decrease tourism in protected areas: Reduces human disturbance, helping species survival.

Answer:

adding a new species to the habitat