The earth is home to a wide variety of plant and wildlife species. However, many of these species have become some of the world’s most endangered species.
They’re 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 the top 10 most endangered animals.
1. Amur Leopard
The Amur leopard is one of the most endangered animals in the world, with only around 80 individuals remaining in the wild. This big cat species is found in the Amur-Heilong region of Russia and China and is 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 the most endangered animal in the world. The biggest threat to vaquitas is accidental entanglement in fishing nets.
3. Mountain Gorilla
The mountain gorilla is next up on our list of the most endangered animals in the world. It’s found in the Virunga Mountains of East Africa, but only around 1,000 individuals remain in the wild.
As one of the world’s most endangered species, they’re greatly threatened by habitat loss and poaching. You can track a gorilla's journey and support conservation efforts with Fahlo's Traverse Bracelet for these magnificent primates.
4. Sumatran Elephant
The Sumatran elephant is one of the most endangered species in the world. It’s 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 of their shells.
6. Philippine Eagle
The Philippine eagle is one of the most endangered species of birds on our planet. They’re found in the Philippines and only around 400 individuals remain in the wild. As one of the most endangered animals, these eagles are threatened by habitat loss and hunting.
7. Black Rhino
The black rhino is one of the most endangered species of rhinoceros. They’re 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 one of the most endangered animals 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. Red Wolf
Last but not least on this most endangered species list: the red wolf. Fewer than 20 individuals remain in the wild in eastern North Carolina.
Once widespread across the southeastern United States, it is one of the most endangered animals in the world and the most endangered wolf species. You can support red wolf conservation efforts through Fahlo's Scout bracelets and plushes , which funds wildlife protection to save this critically endangered species.
Making a Difference
What can you do to help the most endangered species in the world? 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, Fahlo donates 10% of all profits back to their nonprofit wildlife conservation partners.