The U.S. Senate unanimously proclaimed May 11 as "Endangered Species Day," providing for the first-ever national celebration of America's commitment to protecting and recovering our nation's endangered species.

 

The Pennsylvania Natural Diversity Inventory (PNDI) describe locations of endangered, threatened and rare species and the most outstanding examples of Pennsylvania's natural community and geologic features.

 

Which of the following is NOT a criteria for being listed as an endangered species?

Danger of extinction throughout all or a significant part of their range

Manmade factors not affecting its existence

So few in number

Threatened by changing environment

Congratulations for Submitting the Correct Answer!
Name	County
Beth Sheckler	Carbon
Amber Eisel	Mercer
Michelle Donlan	Butler

 

Some Helpful Links: Endangered Species Day Endangered and Threatened Species of Pennsylvania U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: Endangered Species

 

 

Pennsylvania Environment and Ecology Standard

Threatended, Endangered and Extinct Species (4.7)

 

Activities: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Endangered Species Kid's Corner ARKive - Images of life on Earth

Bog Turtle

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