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What is the protection and conservation of species in their natural habitat called?

AIn-situ conservation

BEx-situ conservation

COff-site conservation

DNo conservation

Answer:

A. In-situ conservation

Read Explanation:

The on-site or the protection and conservation of species (genetic resources) in their natural habitat (populations of plant or animal species) is called in-situ conservation. Areas such as biosphere reserves, national parks, and wildlife sanctuaries are the places were in-situ conservation is done.


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