STANDARDZoology-Conservation Biology
STANDARD Zoology Causes of Extinction MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
The extinction of passenger pigeon was due to
A
Increased number of predatory birds
B
Over exploitation by humans
C
Non-availability of the food
D
Bird flu virus infection
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
Overexploitation by humans led to the extinction of the passenger pigeon, as excessive hunting reduced their population drastically.
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