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formulate a hypothesis about the population size of female leopards in madagascar.
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my hypothesis is that the population size of female leopards in madagascar is decreasing due to habitat loss and poaching. this is supported by evidence of a decrease in the number of leopards sighted in recent years throughout the country, as well as reports of poaching incidents targeting the species. in addition, deforestation and development of agricultural land is contributing to the decrease in available habitat for leopards in madagascar which further threatens their population size. if left unchecked, this could directly lead to a decrease in the population size of female leopards. to protect leopards in madagascar, conservation efforts must focus on reducing habitat loss, combatting poaching, and providing education to the local population on their importance and the risks of hunting them.
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