Any six possible characters of a species which make it susceptible to extinction

Characteristics that make species prone to extinction are:
1. Large body size.
2. Small population size.
3. Low reproductive potential.
4. Higher status of trophic level.
5. Fixed migratory route and habitat.
6. Narrow range of distribution.
7. Island species.
8. Lack of genetic variability.
9. Inability to switch to alternate food.

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