Biodiversity is important for the sustainability of ecosystems. However, many of the human actions that are aimed at growing communities are decreasing the biodiversity of these areas, leaving populations and ecosystems vulnerable. As human populations grow, the terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems they use may be transformed by the efforts of human beings and biodiversity losses typically accompany these processes. Which of these actions decrease biodiversity and threaten sustainability? Select ALL that apply.



Habitat destruction reduces or eliminates the food resources and living space for most species.



Decreased use of pesticides and fertilizers can allow for increased damage to plant life.




Invasive (non-native) species may outcompete native species for food and habitat.




Pollution from building and commercialization can create health problems in exposed organisms.




Regulated hunting seasons artificially decrease hunted populations, often leading to extinctions.