Which animal would you be least likely to see because of its status as an endangered species?
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leopard
gazelle
buffalo
cheetah
leopard
All of the following are true statements regarding the Sahara except
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the Sahara is the largest desert in Africa.
it is the homeland to the largest desert on the globe.
the Sahara extends into southern Africa.
The region stretches across the one-fourth of the African continent.
the Sahara extends into southern Africa.
The animal that you would be least likely to see because of its status as an endangered species is the leopard.
To determine which animal you would be least likely to see because of its status as an endangered species, we need to consider their conservation status. Conservation status is determined by various factors such as population size, habitat loss, and threats to the species. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) provides a widely recognized system for classifying the conservation status of species.
To find the answer, we can look up the conservation statuses of the list of animals provided: leopard, gazelle, buffalo, and cheetah.
1. Leopard: The leopard is listed as "Vulnerable" by the IUCN. While it is facing population decline and threats in certain regions, it still has a relatively stable population overall. Therefore, it is not the least likely to be seen.
2. Gazelle: There are several species of gazelle, such as the Dama gazelle and the addax. Depending on the species, their conservation status can vary. For example, the Dama gazelle is listed as "Critically Endangered," while other species may have different statuses. So, we need more specific information to determine if gazelles, in general, are the least likely to be seen.
3. Buffalo: The term "buffalo" typically refers to either the African buffalo or the American bison. The African buffalo has a conservation status of "Least Concern" due to relatively stable populations. The American bison, although once endangered, has made a conservation comeback and is no longer considered endangered. Therefore, buffalo are not the least likely to be seen.
4. Cheetah: Cheetahs are currently listed as "Vulnerable." While they have experienced a significant decline in their population, they can still be found in certain regions. As a result, cheetahs are not the least likely to be seen either.
Based on this information, the animal you would be least likely to see due to its status as an endangered species is the Dama gazelle, which is listed as "Critically Endangered" by the IUCN. However, it is important to note that the specific species of gazelle should be specified to provide a more accurate answer.