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WEBKnown worldwide by its panda logo, World Wildlife Fund (WWF) leads international efforts to protect endangered species and their habitats and address global threats such as pollution, over-fishing and climate change.
Deforestation and Forest Degradation | Threats | WWF - World …
WEBDec 4, 2018 · Forests cover nearly one-third of the land area on our planet and are home to most of the world’s life on land. They are also essential to human health, purifying our water and air and serving as our first line of defense against new infectious diseases.Additionally, forests provide more than 86 million green jobs and resources such as food and fuel that support billions of people’s ...
Species List | Endangered, Vulnerable, and Threatened Animals
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Wildlife Conservation | Initiatives | WWF
WEBSaving nature is at the very heart of what we do as WWF. For 60 years, we have made it our mission to find solutions that save the marvelous array of life on our planet by applying the best science available and working closely with local communities. But our work is far from done. Humans are behind the current rate of species extinction, which is at least 100–1,000 times higher than nature ...
Lion | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
WEBThroughout history, lions have been admired as a symbol of power, strength, and courage. Previously, lions roamed throughout all of Africa and parts of Asia and Europe. However, this mighty species is now found only in fragments of sub-Saharan Africa, along with a critically endangered subpopulation in West Africa and a small population of Asiatic lions in India’s Gir National Park. Three of ...
The Amazon in crisis: Forest loss threatens the region and the …
WEBNov 8, 2022 · Forests: Without its forests, the Amazon region would lose its biodiversity, release massive amounts of carbon, suffer soil erosion, and face hydrological and climatic devastation. Without its ecosystem services, local communities and people around the world would face a loss of livelihoods, well-being, and ecological stability.
Tiger | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
WEBTigers have lost an estimated 95% of their historical range. Their habitat has been destroyed, degraded, and fragmented by human activities. The clearing of forests for agriculture and timber, as well as the building of road networks and other development activities, pose serious threats to tiger habitats.
Penguin | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
WEBPenguins are a family of 17 to 19 species of birds that live primarily in the Southern Hemisphere. They include the tiny blue penguins of Australia and New Zealand, the majestic emperor penguins of Antarctica and king penguins found on many sub- Antarctic islands, the endangered African penguin and the Galápagos penguin—the only penguin to be found north of the equator.
Sea Turtle | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
WEBFundamental Link in Marine Ecosystems. Sea turtles are a fundamental link in marine ecosystems. They help maintain the health of seagrass beds and coral reefs that benefit commercially valuable species such as shrimp, lobster, and tuna.