CAIE A Level Biology 9700 · Classification, biodiversity and conservation

Classification, biodiversity and conservation: outline question

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The Himalayan blue pheasant (Lophophorus caeruleus) is a bird species endemic to high-altitude forests. Its population has declined sharply due to habitat loss from logging and agricultural expansion, as well as illegal international trade for its striking blue feathers. Outline the roles of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) in global conservation efforts, using the Himalayan blue pheasant as an example.

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