The 'Project Tiger' approach is often called 'Umbrella Conservation' because:
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Correct answer: Protecting a flagship species indirectly protects the entire ecosystem and its plants.
By protecting the habitat of a large 'umbrella' species like the tiger, conservationists simultaneously protect thousands of other species, including the diverse plant life within that habitat.
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