+An **endangered species** is a population of organisms facing a very high risk of [Extinction](/wiki/extinction). Their diminishing numbers, often due to habitat loss and environmental shifts, underscore the critical need for dedicated [Conservation](/wiki/conservation) efforts. Protecting these vulnerable lives helps maintain the delicate balance of Earth's [Biodiversity](/wiki/biodiversity).
+## See also
+- [Habitat](/wiki/habitat)
+- [Ecology](/wiki/ecology)
+- [Species](/wiki/species)
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