It is a critical challenge for conservationists to clearly present information about the ecology of a species and the underlying threats to its existence. In this
research paper, you will explore the following questions: What are the basic characteristics of a species, and how do these characteristics interact with
environmental factors to influence the likelihood of its long-term persistence? What specific threats exist to a species’ survival, and how might these threats be
addressed through legal actions or societal changes? How should we balance the demands of human needs with those of species facing extinction?
This assignment is multilayered. It encourages you to make connections among the themes in the course by preparing a single document focused on one species.
You will incorporate information from both primary and secondary sources that you have found as part of a literature review. You will develop your ability to
synthesize complex ideas based on reasoned interpretation of existing course materials. Furthermore, you will hone your ability to locate refined and reliable
commentary by judging each potential source’s significance and validity.
In your research paper, you will synthesize (a) basic characteristics of the identified species, (b) important biological and ecological information, (c) threats that
endanger the species’ persistence, (d) relevant legal and regulatory frameworks, and (e) practical conservation efforts currently being pursued. Finally, you will
include a well-researched conclusion, in which you will summarize the behavioral and ecological traits that render the species vulnerable to specific threats. You
will provide suggestions for people to become personally involved with conservation of the species.
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