habitat loss
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The destruction or disappearance of the natural environment where a species lives.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "_____ from deforestation is the biggest threat facing the region's monkeys."
Answer: habitat loss
In your own words, what does "habitat loss" mean?
The destruction or disappearance of the natural environment where a species lives.
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