Amphibians have been on the planet for approximately 300 million years. These intriguing species contribute to biodiversity balance and ecosystem health, but sadly, the number of Endangered Amphibians is increasing.
There are approximately 16 different species of animals, starting with I. Animals are both fascinating and spectacular to observe. Most people are familiar with the Ibex, a wild goat that resides on the slopes of the European Alps, and the Iguana, an exotic pet.
Western Lowland Gorillas are Western Africa’s most endangered great ape. They have been hunted for their meat and killed for the bushmeat trade. Western Lowlands Gorillas have been driven from most of their natural habitat in Western Africa in the last fifteen years.
Florida Manatee is Florida’s state marine mammal. These species live in Florida waterways and come close to shore, making them a target for powerboats, fishing gear, and speedboats that increase manatee deaths and manatee carcasses sightings. They are also threatened by natural disasters such as hurricanes and coastal development.
The brown hyena is also known as a strand wolf. It is a species found in Namibia, Botswana, western and southern Zimbabwe, southern Mozambique, and South Africa. It is also currently the rarest species of hyena there is.
California Condor (Gymnogyps californianus) is the state animal of California. It’s an endangered California condor because it faces many challenges, such as habitat loss and lead poisoning from eating animals killed with lead bullets. The population in CA is around 400, so people are working day and night to keep the population growing!
The Black rhinoceros is a critically endangered species of rhinoceros. There are estimated to be around 5,000 rhinos remaining in the wild. These rhino species are native to Africa and can be found in a variety of habitats, including savannas, woodlands, and deserts.
Do you know what the largest animal on Earth is? It is a type of whale that is considered to be one of the most endangered animals and it’s the Sperm Whale. Let’s explore this interesting mammal and its important role within the marine ecosystem.
The Javan rhino is a grey-colored beast with a longhorn. Its bumpy, armored appearance makes it resemble a helmet. It has a smaller head and no bumps on its skin; however, it significantly reaches the more excellent one-horned Rhino.
Snow Leopards are the most elusive of all big cats, and they have been hunted to near extinction in the wild and they are a threatened species. These leopards are also threatened by poaching, habitat loss, and their low reproductive rate. Find out why these species are so endangered and what you can do to …