Jumping Mouse Considered for Protection

Link: http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5hGNmjo4sZaK7c7uuIHFuDW-SMyVAD8TCTJLG0

Summary: This article opens by telling you that the New Mexico meadow jumping mouse is up for consideration to become and endangered species. Other candidates include a snail and a frog from Arizona, a fish from Tennessee and a variety of buckwheat found in Nevada. The list names 280 plants and animals in all.

Why is this species endangered? This species is most likely endangered do to grazing and the loss of habitat. The mouse depends on moist meadows along streams and rivers to make its homes which due to the drought could be a problem.

What could prevent this organism from going extinct? The article does not list how they can prevent extinction but they do say that they can work with land manager once it's on the list.

List three things you learned from this article in your own words. I learned that their are species that have been up for the list for over 25 years, Their are many different organisms up for the list, being a candidate for the list does not grant you the protection.

What impact would the absence of this organism have on its ecosystem/community? The article does not state a direct impact but the mouse is prey for some species.