select all the correct answers.\nexotic pets, such as lizards and tarantulas, have increased in popularity…

select all the correct answers.\nexotic pets, such as lizards and tarantulas, have increased in popularity. these animals are caught in the wild and sold as pets. what are two possible effects this action can have on biodiversity?\n□ it will lead to greater biodiversity in these animals native environments.\n□ populations of these animals could decrease in the wild.\n□ it could increase competition among predators of these organisms.\n□ it increases the chances that wild organisms will find an unrelated mate.
Answer
Answer:
- B. Populations of these animals could decrease in the wild.
- C. It could increase competition among predators of these organisms.
Brief Explanations:
When exotic pets are caught in the wild for trade, their wild - populations are likely to decline due to over - harvesting. Also, with fewer prey available, predators that rely on these organisms may face increased competition for food. The other options are incorrect as capturing wild animals for pets does not lead to greater biodiversity in their native environments and does not increase the chances of wild organisms finding an unrelated mate.