The extreme loss of genetic diversity that has occurred in cheetah populations due to overhunting is the result of:

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The extreme loss of genetic diversity in cheetah populations is due to a population bottleneck, which occurs when a large population is drastically reduced in size, resulting in a small remaining population with reduced genetic variation. This can lead to inbreeding and an increased frequency of genetic disorders.

The Extreme Loss of Genetic Diversity That Has Occurred in Cheetah