Protecting the endangered black-footed ferret from extinction involved

A) captive breeding and reintroduction.
B) collecting individuals from multiple small populations and combining them into a single large population.
C) vaccinating the remaining population against sylvatic plague.
D) providing food during harsh winters.


Answer: A

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