Question

How do traditional food production practices contribute to a reduction in biodiversity? (1 point)

◎ Air, land, and water are used to produce food, so food that is thrown away is a waste of those original resources.
Livestock raised for meat are not as diverse as wild species.
Land that is converted to agriculture is no longer a suitable habitat for native species.
Agricultural crops are not a good source of food for wild or native species.

Answer 1

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Land that is converted to agriculture is no longer a suitable habitat for native species. This results in a loss of biodiversity as the natural ecosystems are disrupted and destroyed to make way for crops or livestock. Additionally, agricultural practices often involve the use of pesticides and fertilizers which can further harm native plant and animal species. Livestock raised for meat also tend to be less genetically diverse than wild species, leading to a loss of genetic biodiversity. Finally, agricultural crops are not typically a good food source for wild or native species, further contributing to a reduction in biodiversity.