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A taxon which is facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild in immediate future is known as

A

Critically endangered

B

endangered

C

vulnerable

D

Extinct in the wild

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for a specific term that describes a taxon (a group of organisms) that is at an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild in the immediate future. 2. **Identifying Relevant Categories**: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has classified species into different categories based on their risk of extinction. The relevant categories include: - Extinct - Extinct in the Wild - Critically Endangered - Endangered - Vulnerable 3. **Defining Each Category**: - **Extinct**: Species that no longer exist anywhere on Earth. - **Extinct in the Wild**: Species that are no longer found in their natural habitat but exist in captivity. - **Critically Endangered**: Species that are facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild in the immediate future. - **Endangered**: Species that are at a high risk of extinction but not as immediate as critically endangered. - **Vulnerable**: Species that are at risk of extinction in the near future but are not currently facing an extreme risk. 4. **Analyzing the Options**: The question specifically mentions "extremely high risk of extinction in the wild in immediate future." Based on the definitions: - "Critically Endangered" fits this description perfectly as it indicates a very high risk of extinction imminently. 5. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the correct answer to the question is **Critically Endangered**.
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