The amphibian decline is best described as a. global disappearance of amphibian populations due to the pervasiveness of local habitat destruction. b. global shrinkage of amphibian populations due to global climate change. c. the unexplained disappearance of golden toads in Costa Rica. d. None of the choices is correct.

The amphibian decline is best described as a. global disappearance of amphibian populations due to the pervasiveness of local habitat destruction. b. global shrinkage of amphibian populations due to global climate change. c. the unexplained disappearance of golden toads in Costa Rica. d. None of the choices is correct.

Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781337392938

Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg

Publisher:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg

Chapter52: Animal Behavior

Section: Chapter Questions

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