IELTS Computer Delivered Tests + Band Score

Online IELTS Listening Test Section 4 Practice

This online IELTS listening test section 4 practice is for further practice with the final and most difficult part of this module.

It's a lecture. 

Practice Test Six

 Online IELTS Listening Test Section 4 


SECTION FOUR

Introduction

Background on Urbanization

  • Urbanisation is the growth of cities and towns due to population movement.

  • As urban areas 31. , there is a replacement of natural habitats (forests, wetlands, grasslands) with buildings and infrastructure.

  • This makes it more difficult to 32. for many species as well as disrupting local biodiversity.

    • Key Reasons Urbanization Affects Wildlife

    Habitat Fragmentation

    • This is when large natural habitats get divided into smaller, isolated patches.
  • Picture highways, buildings, and developments cutting through an expansive 33. .

  • This limits animal movement, reduces 34. sources, and disrupts mating behaviours, resulting in population declines.

    • Pollution

    • Harmful chemicals from air pollution caused by vehicles and factories affect animal respiratory systems and reduce plant life.
  • Waste emanating from 35. and homes pollutes rivers and lakes, harming aquatic species like fish and amphibians.

    • Artificial Light and Noise Pollution

  • Artificial Light interferes with nocturnal animals’ hunting, navigation, and mating behaviours and disorients birds during 36. .
    • Noise Pollution disrupts animals’ communication, especially for birds and frogs that rely on sound to find mates and signal danger.

    Adaptability of Certain Species

  • Pigeons and rats thrive in urban areas by finding food and 37. within city environments.
    • These species are exceptions; most wildlife struggles to adapt to urban settings.

    Conservation Efforts to Mitigate Urbanisation Effects

  • Firstly there are green corridors (vegetation strips such as parks, gardens) which connect habitats that have become 38. , in order to facilitate safe animal movement within cities.
    • These have been implemented in the Netherlands for species like foxes and badgers.
  • Wildlife-Friendly Architecture is a technique that makes use of green roofs, natural landscaping, and bird-safe 39. .
    • The benefits are the provision of small habitats for birds, insects, and wildlife, which avoids collisions and offers green space.
  • 40. in conservation involves using drones, motion-sensitive cameras, GPS tracking devices as tools to collect data on animal movement, breeding, and populations for better protection strategies.

    • Show / hide answers

     

    Download Script

    You might like these

    • Get IELTS listening resources to increase your score for the test and understand the test and questions format.

      IELTS Listening Resources and Module Format

      Get IELTS listening resources to increase your score for the test and understand the test and questions format.

    • IELTS Listening Test: The test is divided into four sections, each getting more difficult. Practice each section of the test with these online practice papers based on the real exam. These will improve your score so you can achieve the band you need.

      Free Online IELTS Listening Test

      IELTS Listening Test: The test is divided into four sections, each getting more difficult. Practice each section of the test with these online practice papers based on the real exam. These will improve your score so you can achieve the band you need.

    • IELTS Listening Test Part 1 Practice - Improve your test skills with this online listening for section one of the IELTS exam.

      IELTS Listening Test Part 1 Practice

      IELTS Listening Test Part 1 Practice - Improve your test skills with this online listening for section one of the IELTS exam.


    Join IELTS buddy for Free IELTS Tips!

    Comments

    Any comments or questions about this page or about IELTS? Post them here. Your email will not be published or shared.

    Show / Hide

    Band 7+ eBooks

    "I think these eBooks are FANTASTIC!!! I know that's not academic language, but it's the truth!"

    Linda, from Italy, Scored Band 7.5

    ielts buddy ebooks