Prairie Dogs Have Nearly Been Driven to Extinction as a Result

question 25

Multiple Choice

Prairie dogs have nearly been driven to extinction as a result of ________.

• A) an extermination program to reduce the impact of their burrows on cattle and horses
• B) over-hunting for food
• C) an extermination program that would prevent them from eating crops
• D) habitat loss due to the rapid expansion of farm lands

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