Question

Agricultural practices in the United States nearly led to the extinction of the peregrine falcon during the 1950s and 60s.

Answer 1

Yes, the statement is true.

After the World War II, the use of DDT was increased which led to the decrease of these birds.

Small birds ingested prey contained with the pesticide.

Peregrine fed on this small birds, and in turn were poisoned or had reduced reproductive success.

This, lead to the extinction of Peregrine.