Today’s photo shows a Borneo lowland rainforest. What is a major threat to this jungle?
A Tourism
B Tree planting campaigns
C Logging and hunting
Fact: The Borneo lowland rainforests are under severe threat from deforestation due to logging, agricultural expansion, and commercial land use. Vast areas have been cleared for palm oil plantations, reducing critical habitats for endangered species such as pygmy elephants and Bornean orangutans. Additionally, illegal hunting poses a risk to the region’s unique wildlife, further endangering its rich biodiversity.
Correct Answer: Logging and hunting