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The term “endangered” refers to a status assigned to species that are at high risk of extinction in the near future. This designation is part of a classification system used by various conservation organizations, including the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), which maintains the Red List of Threatened Species. Species classified as endangered are those that have experienced significant declines in population size, have very small or declining ranges, or face severe threats from habitat loss, pollution, overhunting, disease, or climate change. The classification aims to highlight the urgency of the situation and prioritize conservation efforts to protect these species and their habitats. Effective conservation strategies often involve habitat preservation, legal protections, breeding programs, and efforts to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts, aiming to stabilize or increase population sizes and prevent extinction.