Endangered Species
/ˌɛnˈdeɪndʒərd ˈspiːʃiːz/
Definitions
- (n.) Wildlife species that are at risk of extinction and are protected under laws such as the Endangered Species Act.
The government listed the gray wolf as an endangered species to prevent its extinction.
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Commentary
This term is primarily used in environmental and wildlife law contexts to identify species granted legal protections from extinction.
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