Endangered vs threatened vs extinct species, what do we need to know? Read on to see how our actions affect the environment and its inhabitants. … [Read more...]
Sun Bear
Because of the many sightings of sun bears in pairs, it is thought that at least some of these bears may form monogamous relationships. They can breed at any time of the year and the cubs are born in a nest on the ground. The naked, blind cub is cared for and protected by its mother (and perhaps … [Read more...]
Koala
Status: Vulnerable Known as: Koala, Koala Bear, Monkey Bear, Tree-bear (incorrect as koalas are not bears). Estimated numbers left in the wild: 80,000 to several hundred thousand (controversial). Koala Description Roly-poly and endearing, koalas are small, stocky, tree-dwelling marsupials … [Read more...]
Leatherback Sea Turtle
Status: Critically endangered Known as: Leatherback Sea Turtle, Lute turtle, trunkback turtle. Estimated numbers left in the wild: 60,000 (very approximate). Description Leatherback sea turtles are the largest turtles in the world, and are fourth in size among all current reptiles. Their … [Read more...]
Cheetah
Status: Vulnerable Known As: Cheetah. Estimated numbers left in the wild: 10,000 Description of the Cheetah Description The cheetah is known as the fastest land mammal and can reach a top speed of 120 km/h accelerating from 0 – 100 km/h in three seconds. Cheetahs have keen eyesight and … [Read more...]
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