17 facts
Explore the plight of endangered species facing extinction. Discover critical facts, causes, and how you can help protect our planet's most vulnerable animals.
The Cocos Buff-banded Rail (Gallirallus philippensis andrewsi) is a subspecies found only on North Keeling Island, having gone extinct on South Keeling. Its survival depends entirely on the pristine, predator-free environment of the national park.
The dense rainforests of the Central African Republic provide critical habitat for the critically endangered western lowland gorilla. Conservation efforts, particularly in protected areas like Dzanga-Sangha, are vital for the survival of these intelligent primates facing threats from poaching and habitat loss.
The critically endangered Grand Cayman Blue Iguana, or 'Blue Dragon,' is found nowhere else on Earth. Conservation efforts have brought them back from near extinction, with their population growing from a mere dozen to over 1,000.
This subspecies, the rarest great ape, is found only in a small mountainous region along the border of Cameroon and Nigeria. Conservation efforts are crucial to protect its dwindling population, estimated at just 300 individuals remaining in the wild.
With fewer than 100 individuals remaining, these unique dolphins are distinguished by their rounded heads and lack of a prominent beak. Conservation efforts are crucial to protect this freshwater species from extinction, as it faces threats from fishing and habitat degradation.
The sandy beaches, especially on Boa Vista and Sal, host thousands of nesting loggerheads annually between June and October. Conservation efforts are vital to protect these endangered marine reptiles from various threats.
The unique proboscis monkey, known for its distinctive large nose, thrives in Brunei's mangrove forests and coastal areas. Conservation efforts within protected areas like the Labi rainforest are vital for their survival, offering rare viewing opportunities.
This large, herbivorous lizard is one of the world's most endangered reptiles, found exclusively on the island of Anegada. Conservation efforts, including a head-start program, are crucial to protecting its dwindling population from invasive species and habitat loss, ensuring its survival.
Also known as painted wolves, these highly social and intelligent carnivores are one of Africa's most endangered mammals. Botswana's protected areas, particularly the Okavango Delta, offer crucial habitats for their survival.
The Amazon River Dolphin, or Boto, found in the Amazon basin, including parts of Bolivia, is famous for its distinct pink coloration. These freshwater dolphins are considered intelligent and sometimes mythical creatures.
