Human Activity and Change Quick Check

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Which of the following do researchers think is a primary factor in the decrease of North American bird populations?(1 point)
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Decreased hunting of predator species
Decreased hunting of predator species

Changes in farming practices such as draining wetlands and pesticide use
Changes in farming practices such as draining wetlands and pesticide use

Recreational hunting of bird species such as waterfowl
Recreational hunting of bird species such as waterfowl

A decrease in conservation efforts
A decrease in conservation efforts
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Answer 1

Researchers primarily attribute the decrease of North American bird populations to changes in farming practices such as draining wetlands and pesticide use. This impact on habitats and food sources is significant for many bird species.