The Amur leopard is found in forest habitat, which has a wide range of temperatures and precipitation. It can adapt to almost any habitat that provides it with enough food and shelter. The main prey species are deer, wild boars, rabbits, badgers and raccoons. The habitat of the Amur leopard has been reduced to a fraction of its original range and today the last remaining wild population is estimated at 57 individuals living in a very small area. Which of the following would help to increase the population of Amur Leopards?

Question

Increase the number of native prey animals
Conflict with humans
Make hunting leopards legal
Use its habitat for agricultural and unban development

Answer 1

Increasing the number of native prey animals would help to increase the population of Amur leopards. By ensuring that there is enough food available for the leopards, they will be able to thrive and reproduce successfully. Conflict with humans, making hunting leopards legal, and using its habitat for agricultural and urban development would all have negative impacts on the already endangered population of Amur leopards.

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