the use of biological control
A reduction in population size can lead to a loss of genetic diversity, limiting the gene pool available for natural selection. This reduction in genetic variability can decrease the ability of a population to adapt to changing environments or withstand diseases. This is known as a genetic bottleneck.
founder effect, where a small population establishes a new gene pool due to a sharp reduction in numbers.
The species that is better adapted to the environment and able to acquire resources more effectively will likely outcompete the other species. This can lead to a decrease in population or even local extinction of the less competitive species.
When genetic drift occurs due to a dramatic reduction in population, it is called a bottleneck effect. This can lead to a loss of genetic diversity as the surviving individuals may not represent the full range of genetic variation in the original population. As a result, the population may experience inbreeding and reduced ability to adapt to environmental changes, increasing its vulnerability to extinction.
Genetic drift, founder effect, and population bottlenecks are mechanisms that can decrease genetic diversity in a species. These mechanisms result in a reduction of variation within a population due to random events that affect the genetic makeup of the population.
Because - as usual - the human race is destroying their natural environment ! Humans have been poaching the dragons' natural prey for years - leading to a reduction in the dragons' population.
population reduction
The reason for the supposed talk of reduction to 20% of the current population is simply, the less amount of people there are, the easier it is to control them.
death of an animal could lead to reduction in population
A reduction in population size can lead to a loss of genetic diversity, limiting the gene pool available for natural selection. This reduction in genetic variability can decrease the ability of a population to adapt to changing environments or withstand diseases. This is known as a genetic bottleneck.
increase in population...
Sanitation, good housekeeping practices, harborage reduction, moisture reduction or creating a hostile environment in some cases.
Apex- Land development
The Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) for the hearing protection equipment recommended for use in a loud industrial environment is 30 decibels.
reduction in population of about 30%significant relocation of remaining population out of citiesincrease in wagesetc.
founder effect, where a small population establishes a new gene pool due to a sharp reduction in numbers.
Noise reduction windows are effective in minimizing external sounds and creating a quieter indoor environment by blocking out a significant amount of noise from outside.