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Published on: August 13, 2026
Amongst the animal groups given below, which one appears to be more vulnerable to extinction?
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Amphibians (frogs, salamanders, caecilians) are highly sensitive to:
• Habitat loss
• Pollution
• Climate change
Disease (like chytrid fungus)
Compared to insects, mammals, and reptiles, amphibians have higher extinction risk due to their fragile skin and dual aquatic-terrestrial life cycle.
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