>>One of the first signs of endangerment is a shrinking population. This decline is often caused by habitat destruction, hunting/poaching, pollution, wildlife trade, and invasive species. As the population dwindles, the species can experience a genetic bottleneck, meaning genetic diversity is lost.<<
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