Assignment Task: Biodiversity is more complex than rare species (giant pandas), areas of high species diversity (rainforests), big dynamic creatures (whales), or economically important species (cod); however, these are the realms in which biodiversity is most commonly discussed.
In this module, you will conduct research on either an endangered species or invasive species of your choice-either plant or animal. Consider the biological, ethical, and economic aspects of your species and relate these aspects to their role in protecting and preserving (endangered) or eradicating (invasive) your species.
Then, address the following questions, making sure to relate your initial post to this week's readings and resources. Follow proper citation methods.
1. Briefly describe your chosen species and describe the basic reasons for its endangerment or invasive status.
2. Define what characteristics make some species more vulnerable to extinction, while others seem to thrive despite changes in their surroundings.
3. Describe how extinctions and/or invasive species affect biodiversity and therefore humans directly and indirectly.