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The Earth is home to a wide variety of plant and animal species. However, many of these species are at risk of extinction due to a range of factors, including habitat destruction, climate change, and pollution. In this blog, we will discuss and share some facts about endangered species.
1. Amur Leopard
The Amur Leopard is one of the most endangered species in the world, with only around 80 individuals remaining in the wild. These leopards are found in the Amur-Heilong region of Russia and China and are threatened by habitat loss and poaching.
2. Vaquita
The Vaquita is another one of the world’s most endangered species. It is a critically endangered porpoise that is found in the Gulf of California. With only around 10 individuals remaining in the wild, the Vaquita is considered to be one of the most endangered marine species in the world. The biggest threat to this species is accidental entanglement in fishing nets.
3. Mountain Gorilla
The Mountain Gorilla is a critically endangered species that is found in the Virunga Mountains of East Africa. With only around 1,000 individuals remaining in the wild, these gorillas are one of the most endangered species and are greatly threatened by habitat loss and poaching.
4. Sumatran Elephant
The Sumatran Elephant is a critically endangered species that is found on the Indonesian island of Sumatra. With only around 2,000 individuals remaining in the wild, these elephants are threatened by habitat loss, poaching, and conflict with humans.
5. Hawksbill Turtle
The Hawksbill Turtle is a critically endangered species of sea turtle that is found in tropical waters around the world. These turtles are threatened by habitat loss, hunting, and the illegal trade in their shells.
6. Philippine Eagle
The Philippine Eagle is a critically endangered bird species that is found in the Philippines. With only around 400 individuals remaining in the wild, these eagles are threatened by habitat loss and hunting.
7. Black Rhino
The Black Rhino is a critically endangered species of rhinoceros that is found in eastern and southern Africa. With only around 5,500 individuals remaining in the wild, these rhinos are threatened by habitat loss and poaching for their horns.
8. Cross River Gorilla
The Cross River Gorilla is a critically endangered species that is found in the forested hills and mountains of Nigeria and Cameroon. With only around 300 individuals remaining in the wild, these gorillas are threatened by habitat loss and hunting.
9. Yangtze Finless Porpoise
The Yangtze Finless Porpoise is a critically endangered marine species that is found in the Yangtze River in China. With only around 1,000 individuals remaining in the wild, these porpoises are threatened by habitat loss, pollution, and overfishing.
10. Javan Rhino
The Javan Rhino is a critically endangered species of rhinoceros that is found in Indonesia. With only around 70 individuals remaining in the wild, these rhinos are threatened by habitat loss, poaching, and the illegal trade of their horns.
What can you do to help Earth's endangered species? One way to support our most endangered species in the world is to support wildlife conservation efforts, and luckily you can do so in style. When you purchase one of Fahlo’s Animal Tracking Bracelets, a portion of the sales proceeds goes to wildlife conservation organizations.Â