The Giant Panda Is Listed as Vulnerable by IUCN

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Essay

The giant panda is listed as vulnerable by IUCN. Suitable panda habitat is usually between 5,000 and 10,000 feet in elevation with a cool wet climate. How could a species distribution model be used to help save the giant panda from extinction?

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

The cost of forgone alternatives when a decision is made to choose one option over others.

Absolute Advantage

The ability of a country, individual, company, or region to produce a good or offer a service at a lower cost per unit than the cost at which any other entity produces that good or offers that service.

Production

The process of creating goods and services by combining labor, materials, and technology.

Kegs

Large barrels used to store and transport liquids, especially alcoholic beverages such as beer.