Top 10 endangered animals

The Amazon is home to more than 40,000 plants and over 4,000 animal species including 3,000 freshwater fish, thousands of birds and butterflies, and mammals – these are just the ones that humans have discovered. Aside from supporting such a rich biodiversity, the Amazon is also the world’s largest rainforest, playing a crucial role in helping absorb and store carbon dioxide amid increases in global carbon emissions. However, rampant deforestation and increasing wildfire events exacerbated by climate change are destroying more natural habitats every day, threatening the survival of many important and rare species. The situation deteriorated under the administration of Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, who famously encourages logging and mining activities, causing deforestation rates to reach a 15-year high . Despite — 8 Amazon Rainforest Endangered Species 1. Golden Lion Tamarin There are numerous monkey species that are endemic to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, one of which is the Golden Lion Tamarin. Its name, which interestingly was first coined by Madame de Pompadour in 1754, derives from its strikingly orange-coloured lion-like mane. The tamarin primarily lives in trees and forage for fruit, insects and even birds by traveling between branches. But deforestation to support the exponential growth of the logging and agriculture industries has destroyed the animal’s natural habitat. Today, only 2-3% of its original rainforest habitat remains, threatening the survival ...

Bonobos and chimpanzees look very similar and both share 98.7% of their DNA with humans—making the two species our closest living relatives. Bonobos are usually a bit smaller, leaner, and darker than chimpanzees. Their society is also different—bonobo groups tend to be more peaceful and are led by females. They also maintain relationships and settle conflicts through sex. However, bonobo life isn’t entirely violence-free; if two groups of bonobos come together, they may engage in serious fighting. Wild bonobos can only be found in forests south of the Congo River in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). They weren’t recognized as a separate species until 1929. As the last great ape to be scientifically described, much remains unknown about the bonobo—including the extent of its geographic range. Efforts to survey the species over the past two decades have been hampered by the remote nature of its habitat, the patchiness of its distribution, and years of civil unrest within the DRC. Civil unrest and communities facing economic barriers in the area around the bonobos’ forests have contributed to bonobo poaching and deforestation. Though the size of the bonobo population is largely unknown, it has likely been declining for the last 30 years. Scientists believe the decline will continue for the next 45 to 55 years due to the bonobo’s low reproductive rate and growing threats. A unique social structure Bonobos may look much like chimpanzees, but their social structure is very...

1. Javan Rhinos Once found throughout south-east Asia, Javan rhinos have suffered a staggering decline in their numbers due to hunting and habitat loss. The lone wild population of Javan rhinos is one of the rarest of the rhino species—around 75 individuals—which can only be found on the island of Java, Indonesia. The Ujung Kulon National Park, a World Heritage Site, is the last remaining refuge of Javan rhinos. But the area also suffers from the invading Arenga palm, leaving the rhinos with less food to eat and less habitat to roam. Besides, the small Javan rhino population is also extremely vulnerable to extinction due to natural catastrophes, disease, poaching and potential inbreeding. 2. Amur Leopard The The remaining Amur leopards face multiple threats to their survival, including habitat loss and fragmentation, prey scarcity and transportation infrastructure such as roads. However, there is hope for this rare big cat. Around 75% of their home range lies in protected areas in Russia and China, and they are also moving into suitable habitats outside of these protected areas. 3. Sunda Island Tiger The Sunda Island tiger, or the Sumatran tiger, is the smallest tiger subspecies in the world, weighing up to 140kg. For reference, the tigers that live in the Amur region are the biggest of all the big cats where males can weigh up to twice as much as Sunda Island tigers. They are also very rare - there are estimated to be around 600 in the wild, and are only found on the Indo...

28 shares • Facebook 28 • Twitter Have you ever wondered about the ten most endangered animals and how to protect them? A species is classified as endangered when its population has declined between 50 and 70 percent and as when its population is restricted to less than 250 mature individuals. When a species’ population is this low, its area of occupancy is not considered. There are now a total of 41,415 species on the IUCN Red List, and 16,306 of them are 16,118 compared to last year. If you like, you can also watch the This includes both endangered Read on to find out which animals are at the highest risk for extinction and what we can do to protect the 10 most endangered animals in 2023. Related Posts: #1 Javan Rhinoceros About Javan Rhinoceros Conservation status: Population: Around 60 Scientific name: Rhinoceros sondaicus Height: 4.6–5.8 feet Weight: 1,984 – 5,071 pounds Length: 10–10.5 feet Habitats: Tropical forests The 10 most endangered animals: Only 67 Javan rhinos are currently estimated to remain in the world, making this Only 67 Javan rhinos are currently estimated to remain in the world, making this critically endangered rhino species one of Earth’s most threatened large However, all three Rhinoceros subspecies are endangered; three rhino species—black, Javan, and Sumatran—are critically endangered. Today, a small populationof Javan rhinos is found in only one national park on the northern tip of the Indonesian island of Java. A mainland subspeciesof the Java...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — It’s important to get a check-up from the doctor – and that goes for animals too. U.S. Fish and Wildlife is kicking off its five-year review to see which species face extinction in Tennessee. “We want to catch whatever ills there are in the system early when we can do something about it,” said Warren Stiles, listing and recovery biologist in Cookeville’s Tennessee Ecological Services Field Office for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Stiles said that Tennessee wildlife is facing numerous threats, including invasive species and drought. But, top of the list is sediment. Helping Hellbenders: Tennessee animal experts aim to save dwindling salamander population According to Stiles, sediment invades creeks and streams and wreaks havoc on wildlife. “That fine silt and sediment can smother eggs, fill in gaps between rocks, clog gills on the fish, and bury mussels.” Take the Also hurt by sediment is the

An endangered species is a type of organism that is threatened by extinction. Species become endangered for two main reasons: loss of habitat and loss of genetic variation. Loss of Habitat A loss of habitat can happen naturally. Dinosaurs, for instance, lost their habitat about 65 million years ago. The hot, dry climate of the Cretaceous period changed very quickly, most likely because of an asteroid striking the Earth. The impact of the asteroid forced debris into the atmosphere, reducing the amount of heat and light that reached Earth’s surface. The dinosaurs were unable to adapt to this new, cooler habitat. Dinosaurs became endangered, then extinct. Human activity can also contribute to a loss of habitat. Development for housing, industry, and agriculture reduces the habitat of native organisms. This can happen in a number of different ways. Development can eliminatehabitat and native species directly. In the Amazon rain forest of South America, developers have cleared hundreds of thousands of acres. To “clear” a piece of land is to remove all trees and vegetation from it. The Amazon rain forest is cleared for cattle ranches, logging, and ur ban use. Development can also endanger species indirectly. Some species, such as fig trees of the rain forest, may provide habitat for other species. As trees are destroyed, species that depend on that tree habitat may also become endangered. Tree crowns provide habitat in the canopy, or top layer, of a rainforest. Plants such as vi...

By Jessica Learish October 9, 2020 / 7:06 PM / CBS NEWS • • • Juergen Ritterbach/Barcroft Media/Getty Images In 2019, the Trump administration announced several rollbacks to the Endangered Species Act. The This policy only impacts conservation efforts in the United States. But around the world, ecosystems and wildlife face The Keep going to see photos of the world's animals that are most at risk of extinction. Southern rockhopper penguin Frank Leonhardt/AFP/Getty Images Conservation status: Vulnerable In the wild, you'll find these small penguins on the coasts of Argentina, Australia, Chile and the Falkland Islands. But in the past three decades, their population has dropped 25%, as climate change threatens their habitats. Here, rockhopper penguins waddle — and, yes, hop — around a zoo in Munich, Germany. Olive ridley turtle Soren Andersson/AFP/Getty Images Conservation status: Vulnerable The good news: This olive-colored reptile is the most abundant sea turtle in the world. The bad news: large groups of olive ridleys nest in a small number of locations around the world. If any of their preferred nesting beaches are disturbed, populations can shrink precipitously. Marine iguana Gunter Fischer/Education Images/Universal Images Group/Getty Images Conservation status: Vulnerable Wild marine iguanas are only found in one place on the planet: the Galápagos Islands of Ecuador. These iguanas experience population declines when El Niño conditions affect the Pacific archipelago. Po...

Various species of fish, wildlife, and plants in the United States have become extinct as a consequence of economic growth and development. Lack of adequate concern and conservation has led to the depletion of many animal species. These poor animals are now in danger of extinction. Endangered species are animals that are in immediate danger of becoming extinct. Significant reduction in population size of a large percentage over recent years with a continuing decline is a major cause of concern for the WWF. Pollution, habitat destruction and industrialization has caused many animals species to become endangered. Below we present a list of endangered animals in the United States. Endangered Animals in the United States 1. Red Wolf The Red wolf with reddish-brown colour to its furry coat is a native of Southeastern US. It mostly inhabits the coastal marshes in the prairie regions of America. It is a cross of a coyote and the common grey wolf and has white markings on its face. It more or less resembles a greyhound, with long limbs and ears. This animal is now in very fewer numbers and has been listed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature or IUCN on the “Critically Endangered Species” list. Losses of habitat and predator control programs on an extensive scale have considerably reduced the population of these red wolves. It is one of the endangered animals in the United States. Also Read: Image Source: 2. Florida Panther Another remarkable species from the couga...

Various species of fish, wildlife, and plants in the United States have become extinct as a consequence of economic growth and development. Lack of adequate concern and conservation has led to the depletion of many animal species. These poor animals are now in danger of extinction. Endangered species are animals that are in immediate danger of becoming extinct. Significant reduction in population size of a large percentage over recent years with a continuing decline is a major cause of concern for the WWF. Pollution, habitat destruction and industrialization has caused many animals species to become endangered. Below we present a list of endangered animals in the United States. Endangered Animals in the United States 1. Red Wolf The Red wolf with reddish-brown colour to its furry coat is a native of Southeastern US. It mostly inhabits the coastal marshes in the prairie regions of America. It is a cross of a coyote and the common grey wolf and has white markings on its face. It more or less resembles a greyhound, with long limbs and ears. This animal is now in very fewer numbers and has been listed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature or IUCN on the “Critically Endangered Species” list. Losses of habitat and predator control programs on an extensive scale have considerably reduced the population of these red wolves. It is one of the endangered animals in the United States. Also Read: Image Source: 2. Florida Panther Another remarkable species from the couga...

1. Javan Rhinos Once found throughout south-east Asia, Javan rhinos have suffered a staggering decline in their numbers due to hunting and habitat loss. The lone wild population of Javan rhinos is one of the rarest of the rhino species—around 75 individuals—which can only be found on the island of Java, Indonesia. The Ujung Kulon National Park, a World Heritage Site, is the last remaining refuge of Javan rhinos. But the area also suffers from the invading Arenga palm, leaving the rhinos with less food to eat and less habitat to roam. Besides, the small Javan rhino population is also extremely vulnerable to extinction due to natural catastrophes, disease, poaching and potential inbreeding. 2. Amur Leopard The The remaining Amur leopards face multiple threats to their survival, including habitat loss and fragmentation, prey scarcity and transportation infrastructure such as roads. However, there is hope for this rare big cat. Around 75% of their home range lies in protected areas in Russia and China, and they are also moving into suitable habitats outside of these protected areas. 3. Sunda Island Tiger The Sunda Island tiger, or the Sumatran tiger, is the smallest tiger subspecies in the world, weighing up to 140kg. For reference, the tigers that live in the Amur region are the biggest of all the big cats where males can weigh up to twice as much as Sunda Island tigers. They are also very rare - there are estimated to be around 600 in the wild, and are only found on the Indo...