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Drought Shrinks Habitat for Large Western Mammals (Level A1) — wildlife photography of brown buck

Drought Shrinks Habitat for Large Western MammalsCEFR A1

31 May 2026

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Adapted from U. Michigan, Futurity • CC BY 4.0

Photo by Patrick Hendry, Unsplash

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  • A historic drought affects the American Southwest region now.
  • The drought reduces the places where many animals live.
  • Scientists used GPS collars to follow animal movements for years.
  • Many large animals lose the best parts of their habitat.
  • Predators have less food when the numbers of prey fall.
  • Fewer young animals are born during severe and long drought.
  • Research relied on long-term tracking data from many animals.
  • Experts say coordinated planning can help protect wildlife.

Difficult words

  • drought — a long time without much rain
  • habitat — the natural home of plants or animals
  • predator — an animal that eats other animals
    Predators
  • prey — an animal that is hunted and eaten
  • severe — very bad or serious for a situation

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Discussion questions

  • Have you ever seen a drought where you live?
  • What wild animals do you see near your home?

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