Friday, December 6, 2013

Join in these penguin games ...

Learning about endangered wildlife can be lots more fun and educational when it's played as a game. The endangered African penguin is a cute critter that deserves attention. Help the next generation learn to care about this rare bird by acting like it as they play three silly games, here.

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One of the world's cutest rhino species is on the brink of extinction.

Unlike the burly, sharp-horned rhinos of the African plains, the little Sumatran rhino looks soft and cuddly. Native to the rainforests of Sumatra and Borneo, small populations cling to survival in the face of constant danger from humans and genetic depletion. Learn more about these rhinos here.

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Making a comeback in Florida ...

The green sea turtle, long hunted for its meat and eggs, is endangered worldwide. But, biologists in Florida are seeing an exciting increase in numbers of nests and hatchlings on the beaches. Learn more about them here.

NOAA

Do "ugly" species stand a chance?

A recent study suggests that anthropomorphism can be used as a tool to help endangered species. Find out more here.

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Friday, November 22, 2013

Say What?

Learn what famous people like Bruce Babbitt, below, have said about endangered species from these quotes.


Why the Bobwhite Might be in Trouble

Northern bobwhite quail may seem like common birds, but their numbers have been dropping for years. Find out more about this quintessential American bird here.

Photo by cuatrok77 via Wikipedia

Save a Stream!

Restoring and protecting a local stream may be easier than you think. Find out how here.


How Many Mammals are Endangered in China?

Visit this list to find out.


Thursday, August 29, 2013

Has the ESA Been a Success?

Critics say that the ESA has failed because so few listed species have actually "graduated" and been de-listed due to recovery. See what you think by reading this

Hint ...
 
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Do Lawsuits Impede the ESA?

You and I could file a lawsuit against the Endangered Species Act if we feel somehow violated buy it, or if we feel the USFWS is falling down on the job ... but should we?

Brian Turner / Wikimedia Commons
Find out more about it here.

Thursday, August 22, 2013

Frog Species on the Verge of Extinction

You'll be shocked to learn that over 400 species of frog are listed as critically endangered, which means that they are facing imminent extinction. One species, the Rabbs' fringe-limbed treefrog, is down to one known individual. Learn about the others here

Photo by Brian Gratwicke / Wikimedia Commons