Question
Biology Question on Kingdom Animalia
Which group of vertebrates comprises the highest number of endangered species:
A
Mammals
B
Fishes
C
Reptiles
D
Birds
Answer
Mammals
Explanation
Solution
Mammals, which includes various species of primates, big cats, marine mammals, and others, have a significant number of endangered species due to various factors like habitat loss, poaching, and climate change. While other groups such as fishes, reptiles, and birds also have endangered species, mammals tend to have a higher number of species facing endangerment or extinction.
So, the correct option is (A): Mammals