What is the status of the wild Bactrian camel?
Extinct
Overpopulated
Endangered
Thriving
Answer
The wild Bactrian camel is endangered, with only about 950 individuals left in the wild. The main threats to the species are hunting, habitat loss, and climate change. Hunting is a major threat, as the camels are hunted for their meat, hides, and milk. Habitat loss is also a major threat, as the camels' range is being reduced by human development.
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