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Amongst the animal groups given below, which one has the highest percentage of endangered species?

A

Insects

B

Mammals

C

Amphibians

D

Reptiles

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Amphibians have the highest percentage presently, 32% of all amphibian species in the world face the threat of extinction. Other than these, 23% of all mammal species and 12% of all bird species also facing the risk.
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