soil conservation
The top layer of the Earth where plants grow is called what?
soil
The largest ocean on Earth is called what?
Pacific Ocean
Animals at risk of disappearing forever are called what?
endangered species
Planting trees to stop soil from blowing away is called what?
afforestation / windbreaks?
Coral reefs are often called the “____ of the sea.”
rainforest
The illegal hunting of animals is called what?
poaching
Alternating crops each season to keep soil healthy is called what?
crop rotation
Plastic bottles and bags in the ocean cause what type of pollution?
plastic pollution
Breeding animals in captivity to release them later is called what?
captive breeding
This farming method follows the natural curves of the land to reduce erosion.
contour farming
Areas of the ocean set aside to protect species are called what?
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)
This large mammal is hunted for its ivory tusks
elephant
The process where fertile land becomes desert due to overuse is called what?
desertification
The UN goal that protects oceans and marine life is called what?
SDG 14: Life Below Water
Protecting entire habitats instead of single species is called what?
ecosystem conservation