Match the words with the most closely associated term.
-Drift nets
A)protects turtles
B)deaths of marine mammals and seabirds
C)drags on the bottom, damaging benthic habitat
D)destroys mangrove habitat

Question

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Drift nets are known to have negative impacts on marine mammals and seabirds as they can become entangled and drown or suffer injuries.

Answer: A
 Some types of drift nets are designed to protect turtles by using turtle exclusion devices or bycatch reduction devices.

Answer: C
 Drift nets that are weighted or have heavy floats can drag on the bottom, causing damage to benthic habitats.

Answer: -
 Drift nets are not directly associated with destroying mangrove habitats.

Match the Words with the Most Closely Associated Term