How has IUCN assessed the species in the genus Ovis? (Easy) - Statistics

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Hint Explanation Answer % Correct
Ovis dalli (thinhorn sheep) Least Concern
80%
Ovis nivicola (snow sheep) Needs updating. Some populations might be in decline, but overall the species was probably not declining at a rate that would put it in a more threatened category. Least Concern
60%
Ovis canadensis (bighorn sheep) Least Concern
60%
Ovis gmelini (mouflon) A2cde. It is thought that it has declined at a rate approaching the threshold for Vulnerable over the last three generations. Causes include poaching, habitat degradation, forage with livestock, and competition space. Near Threatened
40%
Ovis ammon (argali) A2de. It is believed to be in significant decline (approaching 30 % over three generations) due to poaching and competition with livestock. The impact of climate change probably contributed to the decline too. Near Threatened
40%
Ovis vignei (urial) A2bcde. It is believed to have declined by at least 30% over the last three generations. Vulnerable
40%
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