Science Common Sense

109 - Why are some animals endangered?

There are many reasons why some animals are endangered. Some of the main reasons are:

1. Habitat loss: Their homes (like forests, oceans, or deserts) are being destroyed or changed by humans.
2. Pollution: Harmful things like plastics, chemicals, and noise can hurt them.
3. Hunting: Some animals are hunted for their meat, skin, or body parts.
4. Climate change: The Earth's temperature is rising, which affects their food, shelter, and ability to survive.
5. Overfishing: Too many fish are being caught, leaving not enough for them to eat or breed.
6. Disease: Some animals can get sick and not have enough to eat or reproduce.
7. Humans taking over: Sometimes people build houses, roads, or farms where animals used to live.

We need to take care of our planet and these amazing creatures so they can thrive.