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Endangered = a species of animal or plant that’s dying.
For example: The Mountain Gorilla is one of the most critically
endangered animals on the planet. 
Venomous = poisonous
For example: Many people assume that most snakes are poisonous, but
of the 3,500 snake species around the world, only 600 are actually
venomous.
Domesticated = trained to live with humans in houses instead of in the
wild.              
For example: I think it’s important to remember that not all animals can
be or should be domesticated. I honestly believe that people should not
be allowed to have pets like snakes, birds or monkeys. It’s cruel and
potentially dangerous in my opinion. 
Thrive = grow strong
For example: While many animals are already facing and will continue
to face serious problems due to global warming, some species will
actually thrive on a warming planet.
Vulnerable = something that can be hurt or that is in danger.
For example: Scientists recently created the largest botanical dataset
ever, and discovered that almost 40% of plant species that live on land
are potentially vulnerable to global warming. If we don’t make radical
changes now, we risk losing these species in the next few years. This
will be carry disastrous consequences for human beings.  
Dwindle = shrink in numbers, become fewer or weaker

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For example: Higher penalties could stop smugglers, protect public
health and help preserve dwindling species such as tigers.
Habitat = Natural environment of an animal or plant species.
For example: The large human presence in the area has had an negative
effect on fish habitats.
Survival = continuing to exist
For example: We must put stricter systems in place in order to ensure
the survival of species such as chimpanzees, mountain gorillas and
orangutans.
Co-exist = live in the same time or place
For example: Humans can co-exist with plants and other animals, we
just need to see it as a major priority. I strongly believe that in ten or
twenty-years-time it will be too late to reverse the effects of global
warming. We must act now; our survival depends on it.

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