What role do 'Endemic' plant species play in the context of extinction risk?
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Correct answer: They are more prone to extinction due to their limited range.
Endemic species are restricted to a specific geographical location. If their specific habitat is disturbed by human activity or climate change, the entire species is at risk because they have no other populations elsewhere.
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