how many animals are on the critically endangered list
Zoo


dying out. Many of today's zoos hope to stop or slow the decline of many endangered species and see their primary purpose as breeding endangered species in captivity and reintroducing them into the wild. Modern zoos also aim to help teach visitors the importance on animal conservation, often through letting visitors witness the animals firsthand. Some critics and the majority of animal rights activists say that zoos, no matter what their intentions are, or how noble they are, are immoral and serve as nothing but to fulfill human leisure at the expense
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Vaquita


top priority for conservation campaigns. The EDGE of Existence Programme is a conservation effort that attempts to help conserve endangered animals that represent large portions of their evolutionary trees. The U.S. government has listed the vaquita as endangered under the Endangered Species Act. It is also listed by the IUCN and the CITES in the category at most critical risk of extinction. Vaquitas have never been hunted directly, but their population is declining, largely because of animals becoming trapped in illegal gillnets intended for capturing the totoaba, a large critically endangered fish of
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Shark finning


(Critically Endangered, Endangered or Vulnerable). In 2013, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) listed the vulnerability of sharks. Appendix I, which lists animals that are threatened with extinction, lists Appendix II, which lists animals that are not necessarily now threatened with extinction but that may become so unless trade is closely controlled, lists A further five species are listed as of 2014 – The crew of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society conservation vessel RV "Ocean warrior" witnessed and
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Critically endangered


A critically endangered (CR) species is one that has been categorized by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) as facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild. As of 2014, there are 2,464 animal and 2,104 plant species with this assessment. As the IUCN Red List does not consider a species extinct until extensive, targeted surveys have been conducted, species that are possibly extinct are still listed as critically endangered. IUCN maintains a list of "possibly extinct" "CR(PE)" and "possibly
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IUCN Red List


a total of 63,837 species which revealed 19,817 are threatened with extinction. 3,947 were described as "critically endangered" and 5,766 as "endangered," while more than 10,000 species are listed as "vulnerable." At threat are 41% of amphibian species, 33% of reef-building corals, 30% of conifers, 25% of mammals, and 13% of birds. The IUCN Red List has listed 132 species of plants and animals from India as "Critically Endangered." Species are classified by the IUCN Red
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West Midland Safari Park


. West Midland Safari Park is known for its efforts in conservation. The park contains many animals that are on the IUCN's endangered or critically endangered list. In May 2014, the park's Elephant Valley became home to the first male African elephant successfully born through AI in the UK. This is the UK's largest animatronic dinosaur attraction, opened 2015 This is the UK's largest animtronic creator attraction, opened 2018 Discovery Trail consists of mostly indoor exhibits, and includes animal encounters throughout the day where staff allow visitors to get
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List of endangered species in Vietnam


aves) that are native and endangered to Vietnam. This frigatebird is critically endangered. The great hammerhead shark is a shark from the family Sphyrnidae (hammerhead sharks). The great hammerhead shark lives in tropical and sub tropical waters worldwide. The "hammer" is used to attack whiptail rays. The great hammerhead can be found in many aquariums (such as the Georgia Aquarium). These animals need humans to keep going with conservation and stop hunting them for sharkfin soup. Banded eagle rays are widespread but vulnerable. Banded eagle
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Geoglossum


"Geoglossum" are considered to be of conservation significance and many species are found on Regional Red Lists of several European countries. "Geoglossum" are common components of the endangered waxcap grassland habitat in Europe. "G. arenarium" is listed as "vulnerable" in Estonia "G. atropurpureum" is a UK Biodiversity Action Plan Priority species, and is listed as "critically endangered" in Denmark and Estonia. "G. atrovirens" is listed as "critically endangered" in Estonia. "G. cookeanum" is listed as "endangered
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Twycross Zoo


of gibbons in Europe, and 37% of their animal collection is classed as near threatened, vulnerable, endangered or critically endangered by the IUCN. Many of the animals at Twycross Zoo are part of conservation breeding programmes which help ensure a future for species threatened with extinction. The animal exhibits at Twycross Zoo are split into eight zones: Conservation Way is home to a family of critically endangered Amur leopards, the world's rarest big cats. In June 2014, female Kristen gave birth to cubs Arina and Alexei after joining Twycross
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List of critically endangered invertebrates


Bivalvia assessed as critically endangered. There are 66 species and five subspecies in the order Unionoida assessed as critically endangered. Species Subspecies Species Subspecies There are 394 arthropod species and three arthropod subspecies assessed as critically endangered. There are 47 arachnid species assessed as critically endangered. Malacostraca includes crabs, lobsters, crayfish, shrimp, krill, woodlice, and many others. There are 125 malacostracan species and one malacostracan subspecies assessed as critically endangered. There are 106 decapod species and one decapod subspecies assessed as critically endangered. Species Subspecies There are
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L. David Mech


get from living with a pet of some sort. You get an insight into the thing. You get to know the animal." Mech and Brandenburg together produced several articles and a film for National Geographic. An avid mushroom hunter and fur trapper, Mech has continued to support fishing, hunting, and trapping, which has led to criticism from animal protectionists. He believes that states can manage wolves sustainably, and that states where the wolf is no longer on the endangered list should determine how wolves should be managed in their
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HCA Red List of Endangered Crafts


The HCA Red List of Endangered Crafts is an inventory of traditional crafts and trades practiced in the UK that are at risk of dying out in the succeeding generation. The original HCA Red List, which took two years to compile, was first published by the Heritage Crafts Association in on 3 May 2017 with financial support from The Radcliffe Trust. The inventory evaluated 169 crafts and all are graded along the model of animal species at risk, using categories: least concern, endangered, critically endangered, near-extinct and extinct.
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Windsor Tablelands


can be found scattered between predominately the Windsor Tablelands, Coane Range and the Lamb Range. Other endangered mammals include the Northern Quoll. There are also many amphibians that are endangered and specific to the Windsor Tableland ecosystem, these include the waterfall frog, common mist frog and Australian lace-lid. Federal Legislation from the EPBC Act 1999, denotes that for a animal to be considered "critically endangered" it must be at an extremely high risk of becoming extinct within the near future. There is only one animal with this critical
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List of amphibians and reptiles of Cuba


This is the List of amphibians and reptiles in the archipelago of Cuba, which consists of 27 reptiles and 55 amphibians that are critically endangered. Many of these animals are threatened by loss of habitatand hunting. This is a list of reptiles which are found in Cuba. This list both native and introduced species in the island. The island is home to one terrestrial turtle, while marines species often come and go on the beaches of the island. Cuba is home to three crocodilian species: the Cuban crocodile which are found in
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Trophy hunting


to hunt exotic game. As many of these species are endangered or threatened in their native habitat, the United States' government requires 10% of the hunting fee to be given to conservation efforts in the areas where these animals are indigenous. Hunting of endangered animals in the United States is normally illegal under the Endangered Species Act, but is permitted on these ranches since the rare animals hunted there are not indigenous to the United States. The Humane Society of the United States has criticized these ranches and their hunters with the reasoning
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Ciénega


than 70 percent of land animals use riparian areas.” Wetlands in the Southwest occupy under two percent of the land area and have an exorbitant impact on the region; wetlands are critical habitat for "at risk" species; at least 19 percent of Arizona's endangered, threatened or candidate species for protection are dependent on wetland environments. “There are over 1,900 species listed under the Endangered Species Act as either threatened or endangered; 1,320 are in the United States and of that number, 573 are animal species (the rest
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List of endangered species in Vietnam


rays live in the open ocean, coral reefs, and shallow seas. The Vietnamese salamander or Tam Dao salamander is an amphibian that's vulnerable. Tam Dao salamanders live only in the country Vietnam. The salamander is threatened by loss of habitat. The Vietnamese leaf turtle is also known as the black-breasted leaf turtle or black-breasted hill turtle. This turtle is native to Vietnam and China. This animal is currently endangered. Siamese crocodiles are critically endangered. These animals prefer slow moving water such as swamps, rivers
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Pacifastacus fortis


. The animal requires a constant, steady, and untainted flow of fresh water to survive. "Pacifastacus fortis" is listed as a critically endangered species on the IUCN Red List, and an endangered species under the Endangered Species Act. It has always had a very small native range, and that range has been significantly fragmented by such human activities as damming, mining, and agriculture. The signal crayfish, a recently introduced species, has outcompeted "P. fortis" in much of its range. The Pit River Fish Hatchery
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Geoglossum


" in Switzerland. "G. difforme" is listed as "critically endangered" in Denmark and "endangered" in Sweden. "G. glabrum" is listed as "critical" in Czech Republic. "G. hakelieri" is listed as "vulnerable" in Sweden. "G. littorale" is listed as "critically endangered" in Denmark, and "endangered" in Sweden. "G. sphagnophilum" is listed as "endangered" in Denmark. "G. starbaeckii" is listed as "vulnerable" in Denmark. "G.
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Tennessee Valley Authority v. Hill


loss. The Endangered Species Act requires federal agencies to evaluate if actions taken or permitted by the federal government may harm listed species or the continued existence of listed species or their critical habitat. Once a species is listed as "endangered" or "threatened," the ESA prohibits the "taking" of listed animals and plants which makes it unlawful "to harass, harm, pursue, hunt, shoot, wound, kill, trap, capture, or collect or attempt to engage in any such conduct." Unknowingly at
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Sylt


proliferation is viewed critically from a biological point of view, since it threatens to displace endangered local species, especially on the heaths. The ample heaths on the eastern side of the island provide habitats for many rare species of plants and animals which are adapted to the extreme conditions such as drought, warmth, wind. About 2,500 animal species and 150 species of plants have so far been recorded. 45% of those plants are on the IUCN Red List. Especially notable are the 600 species of butterflies that live in the heaths
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List of critically endangered reptiles


As of September 2016, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists 196 critically endangered reptile species, including 17 which are tagged as "possibly extinct". 3.8% of all evaluated reptile species are listed as critically endangered. The IUCN also lists 12 reptile subspecies as critically endangered. Of the subpopulations of reptiles evaluated by the IUCN, ten species subpopulations have been assessed as critically endangered. Additionally 910 reptile species (18% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient
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Orang National Park


, pygmy hog, hog deer and wild boar. Some important species of the critically endangered and endangered category are the following. The pygmy hog, a small wild pig, is critically endangered, C2a(ii) ver 3.1 as per IUCN listing, and is limited to about 75 animals in captivity, confined to a very few locations in and around north-western Assam, including the Orang National Park where it has been introduced. Other mammals reported are the blind Gangetic dolphin, Indian pangolin, hog deer ("Axis porcinus"
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Pangolin trade


wildlife trade, has placed restrictions on the pangolin market since 1975, and in 2016, it added all eight pangolin species to its Appendix I, reserved for the strictest prohibitions on animals threatened with extinction. They are also listed on the IUCN Red List, all with decreasing populations and designations ranging from Vulnerable to Critically Endangered. Pangolins are mammals of the order Pholidota, of which there is one extant family, Manidae, with three genera: "Manis" includes four species in Asia, and "Phataginus" and "Smutsia
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Torreya State Park


was one of the first federally listed in 1984. It is a Critically endangered species on the IUCN Red List, due to estimated 98% decline in mature individuals within the last three generations. Its total extent of occurrence is estimated to be about only . Many animals can be seen in the park. Some of the mammals there include deer, squirrel, raccoon, opossum, fox, skunk, rabbit, bobcat and black bear. Dozens of species of birds can be viewed. Numerous species of amphibians and reptiles exist there
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California


to the cliffs of northern California are seals, sea lions, and many types of shorebirds, including migratory species. , 118 California animals were on the federal endangered list; 181 plants were listed as endangered or threatened. Endangered animals include the San Joaquin kitfox, Point Arena mountain beaver, Pacific pocket mouse, salt marsh harvest mouse, Morro Bay kangaroo rat (and five other species of kangaroo rat), Amargosa vole, California least tern, California condor, loggerhead shrike, San Clemente sage sparrow, San Francisco garter snake
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Restoration of the Everglades


until the phosphorus levels are low enough to be released into the Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge or other WCAs. The intrusion of urban areas into wilderness has had a substantial impact on wildlife, and several species of animals are considered endangered in the Everglades region. One animal that has benefited from endangered species protection is the American Alligator ("Alligator mississippiensis"), whose holes give refuge to other animals, often allowing many species to survive during times of drought. Once abundant in the Everglades, the alligator was listed as an endangered
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List of critically endangered fishes


As of July 2017, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists 455 critically endangered fish species, including 87 which are tagged as "possibly extinct". 3.0% of all evaluated fish species are listed as critically endangered. The IUCN also lists four fish subspecies as critically endangered. Of the subpopulations of fishes evaluated by the IUCN, 20 species subpopulations and one subspecies subpopulation have been assessed as critically endangered. Additionally 3191 fish species (21% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient",
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List of critically endangered mammals


As of September 2016, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists 205 critically endangered mammalian species, including 30 which are tagged as "possibly extinct".1 3.7% of all evaluated mammalian species are listed as critically endangered. The IUCN also lists 58 mammalian subspecies as critically endangered. Of the subpopulations of mammals evaluated by the IUCN, 17 species subpopulations have been assessed as critically endangered. Additionally 783 mammalian species (14% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for
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List of vulnerable mammals


". "Endangered" and "critically endangered" species also meet the quantitative criteria of "vulnerable" species, and are listed separately. See: List of endangered mammals, List of critically endangered mammals. Vulnerable, endangered and critically endangered species are collectively referred to as "threatened species" by the IUCN. Additionally 783 mammalian species (14% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or
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Threats to sea turtles


Threats to sea turtles are numerous and have caused many sea turtle species to be endangered. Of the seven extant species of sea turtles, six in the family Cheloniidae and one in the family Dermochelyidae, all are listed on the IUCN Red List of Endangered Species. The list classifies six species of sea turtle as "threatened", two of them as "critically endangered", one as "endangered" and three as "vulnerable". The flatback sea turtle is classified as "data deficient" which means that there is
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Arenberg-Nordkirchen


. Since 1999 the known population has remained stable at about 20–25 head. In 2007 there were four stallions and eighteen mares. The Arenberg-Nordkirchen is classed as "Category I: extremely endangered" on the Rote Liste (red list) of the Gesellschaft zur Erhaltung alter und gefährdeter Haustierrassen, the German national association for the conservation of historic and endangered domestic animal breeds; it was listed as "critical" by the FAO in 2007. It is not among the 151 horse breeds reported by Germany to DAD-IS.
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Eurasian otter


Hong Kong, it is a protected species under Wild Animals Protection Ordinance Cap 170. It is listed as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List. In Asia, it is listed as endangered in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Thailand, and critically endangered in Mongolia. Most species that are victims of population decline or a loss of habitat tend to eventually lose their genetic difference due to inbreeding from small populations. A study conducted in 2001, examined whether or not the populations of Eurasian otters suffered from a lack of
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Endangered species


An endangered species is a species which has been categorized as very likely to become extinct in the near future. Endangered (EN), as categorized by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, is the second most severe conservation status for wild populations in the IUCN's schema after  (CR). In 2012, the IUCN Red List featured 3,079 animal and 2,655 plant species as endangered (EN) worldwide. The figures for 1998 were, respectively, 1,102 and 1,197. Many nations have laws that
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Dioon


", which feed on pollen indicating pollination by animals. The genus is particularly at risk from habitat destruction, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists ten of the eleven species in a vulnerable category on their Red List. One species, "D. caputoi", is considered to be critically endangered, three as endangered ("D. holmgrenii", "D. sonorense" and "D. tomasellii") and five as vulnerable. ("D. califanoi", "D. merolae", "D. purpusii"
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America's Most Endangered Places


America's 11 Most Endangered Places or America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places is a list of places in the United States that the National Trust for Historic Preservation considers the most endangered. It aims to inspire Americans to preserve examples of architectural and cultural heritage that could be "relegated to the dustbins of history" without intervention. Many of the locations listed by the Trust have been preserved, with there being some argument about how important the Trust's listing has actually been to their preservation. However, there have been notable losses
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Antelope


critically endangered. It is difficult to determine how long antelope live in the wild. With the preference of predators towards old and infirm individuals, which can no longer sustain peak speeds, few wild prey-animals live as long as their biological potential. In captivity, wildebeest have lived beyond 20 years old, and impalas have reached their late teens. The antelope's horn is prized for medicinal and magical powers in many places. The horn of the male saiga, in Eastern practice, is ground as an aphrodisiac, for
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List of vulnerable fishes


" and "critically endangered" species also meet the quantitative criteria of "vulnerable" species, and are listed separately. See: List of endangered fishes, List of critically endangered fishes. Vulnerable, endangered and critically endangered species are collectively referred to as "threatened species" by the IUCN. Additionally 3191 fish species (21% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are
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Seychelles sheath-tailed bat


is very vulnerable to disturbance and requires several roost sites within healthy habitat. It was probably abundant throughout the Seychelles in the past, but it has declined drastically and is now extinct on most islands. The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists this bat as being critically endangered. In 2013, Bat Conservation International listed this species as one of the 35 species of its worldwide priority list of conservation. It is one of the most endangered animals, fewer than 100 are believed to exist in the world. The Seychelles sheath-
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List of mammals of Nepal


This list of mammals of Nepal presents mammal species recorded in Nepal, of which one is critically endangered, eleven are endangered, twenty are vulnerable, and four are near threatened. The following tags are used to highlight each species' conservation status as assessed on the IUCN Red List: The elephants comprise three living species and are the largest living land animals. The order Primates contains humans and their closest relatives: lemurs, lorisoids, monkeys, and apes. Rodents make up the largest order of mammals, with over 40%
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List of ecoregions in North America (CEC)


, and road building. In an effort to conserve these endangered species, many regulations and standards are being put into action along with establishing prohibition of unauthorized plant collecting. Standards are being set in regards to mining and mineral explorations. This will help in not disturbing the habitats as much. In addition to this, protection of caribou grounds has been established along with regulations in regards to removal of gravel roads for airstrips and road fill, which takes away from many of the animals’ critical territories. The tundra is one of
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Blue iguana


of about three months onward. Females occupy overlapping areas of the order of seemingly regardless of age, while males occupy progressively larger and more extensively overlapping territories as they age and grow. The blue iguana is listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. The population is restricted to the eastern interior of Grand Cayman, where it had been reduced to a critically low level, only three animals having been observed before the survey in 1988. The range of the blue iguana has contracted significantly over the past 25 years, with many
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United States Fish and Wildlife Service list of threatened and endangered arthropods


List of threatened and endangered arthropods, including insects, arachnids, and crustaceans under the United States Endangered Species Act as of October 2013. Key to Listing Status codes: E - Endangered. An animal or plant species in danger of extinction throughout all or a significant portion of its range. T - Threatened. An animal or plant species likely to become endangered within the foreseeable future throughout all or a significant portion of its range. SAE or SAT - Listed as Endangered or Threatened due to similarity of appearance. A species may
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List of critically endangered plants


As of September 2016, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists 2493 critically endangered plant species, including 145 which are tagged as "possibly extinct" or "possibly extinct in the wild". 11% of all evaluated plant species are listed as critically endangered. The IUCN also lists 89 subspecies and 70 varieties as critically endangered. Additionally 1674 plant species (7.6% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As
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List of critically endangered arthropods


As of July 2016, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists 394 critically endangered arthropod species, including 86 which are tagged as "possibly extinct". 4.1% of all evaluated arthropod species are listed as critically endangered. The IUCN also lists three arthropod subspecies as critically endangered. No subpopulations of arthropods have been evaluated by the IUCN. Additionally 2875 arthropod species (30% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status.
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List of critically endangered molluscs


As of September 2016, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists 581 critically endangered mollusc species, including 117 which are tagged as "possibly extinct". 8.0% of all evaluated mollusc species are listed as critically endangered. The IUCN also lists 11 mollusc subspecies as critically endangered. No subpopulations of molluscs have been evaluated by the IUCN. Additionally 1988 mollusc species (27% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status.
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List of critically endangered insects


As of July 2016, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists 195 critically endangered insect species, including 46 which are tagged as "possibly extinct". 3.2% of all evaluated insect species are listed as critically endangered. The IUCN also lists two insect subspecies as critically endangered. No subpopulations of insects have been evaluated by the IUCN. Additionally 1702 insect species (28% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status.
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List of critically endangered invertebrates


As of July 2016, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists 987 critically endangered invertebrate species, including 206 which are tagged as "possibly extinct". 5.5% of all evaluated invertebrate species are listed as critically endangered. The IUCN also lists 14 invertebrate subspecies as critically endangered. No subpopulations of invertebrates have been evaluated by the IUCN. Additionally 5278 invertebrate species (29% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status.
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Basel Zoo


) is a subspecies of the African wild ass. Zoo Basel coordinates the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP) of the Somali wild ass, which is on the Red List of critically endangered species as there are likely less than 3000 animals in the wild. There are about 220 individuals in zoos around the globe of which 38 were born in Basel. In 1870, the Ornithologiegesellschaft together with the city of Basel started a project of establishing a zoo where visitors could see Swiss and European animals. Zoo Basel emerged from that project
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Funds for Endangered Parrots


50% of all parrot species are endangered and almost 25% of the species are critically endangered. The main reasons for this are persistent habitat destruction, such as land clearance with fire or settlement, on one hand and on the other the continuing trade in birds, which still offers wild-caught stock. Apart from these two main reasons there is a long list of others such as hunting and persecution as pests, the infiltration of other animal species into the habitat, changes to the habitat, the loss or reduction of
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List of endangered mammals


by "critically endangered" species, which meet the quantitative criteria for endangered species. Critically endangered mammals are listed separately. There are 679 mammalian species which are endangered or critically endangered. Additionally 783 mammalian species (14% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to the IUCN. While the category of "data deficient" indicates that
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List of endangered fishes


by "critically endangered" species, which meet the quantitative criteria for endangered species. Critically endangered fishes are listed separately. There are 1098 fish species which are endangered or critically endangered. Additionally 3191 fish species (21% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to the IUCN. While the category of "data deficient" indicates that
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List of endangered reptiles


by "critically endangered" species, which meet the quantitative criteria for endangered species. Critically endangered reptiles are listed separately. There are 578 reptile species which are endangered or critically endangered. Additionally 910 reptile species (18% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to the IUCN. While the category of "data deficient" indicates that
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Nicrophorus americanus


reintroduced to Ohio. In Oklahoma, petitions were made in 2015 and 2016 to delist the species from endangered status as it came in the way of the oil and gas industry in the region. "N. americanus" was listed as an endangered species in 1989; the IUCN lists the species as critically endangered. Biologists have not determined conclusively why "N. americanus" has disappeared from so many areas. Widespread use of pesticides may have caused local populations to disappear. The dramatic disappearance of this insect from many areas, however,
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List of mammals of Pakistan


This is a list of the mammal species recorded in Pakistan. There are 173 mammal species in Pakistan, of which 12 are critically endangered, 11 are endangered, 14 are vulnerable, and 10 are near threatened. The largest mammal in Pakistan is the Asiatic brown bear. "Capra falconeri", the markhor, is the national animal of Pakistan. The following tags are used to highlight each species' conservation status as assessed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature: Some species were assessed using an earlier set of criteria
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Rüppell's vulture


of "near threatened" since 2007 and the IUCN predicts that populations of the species will continue to decrease. From 2012 to 2014 the Rüppell's vulture was listed as Endangered, however, in 2015 the species was reassessed and uplisted to Critically Endangered status. The Rüppell's vulture is currently listed as an Appendix II species under CITES, which regulates the international trade of animals and plants. Under this designation, the Rüppell's vulture is defined as not being immediately at risk of extinction, however current population could become threatened without
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Ethiopia


Human impact threatens many species, with greater threats expected as a result of climate change induced by greenhouse gases. With carbon dioxide emissions in 2010 of 6,494,000 tonnes, Ethiopia contributes just 0.02% to the annual human-caused release of greenhouse gases. Ethiopia has a large number of species listed as critically endangered, endangered, and vulnerable to global extinction. The threatened species in Ethiopia can be broken down into three categories (based on IUCN ratings): critically endangered, endangered, and vulnerable. Ethiopia is one of the eight
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Cheloniology


considered critically endangered. Of the 58 species belonging to the Testudinidae family, 33 species are Threatened, 18 are either Endangered or Critically Endangered, 1 is Extinct in the wild and 7 species are Extinct. 71% of all tortoise species are either gone or almost gone. Asian species are the most endangered with around 75% being considered threatened, closely followed by the five endemic species from Madagascar. Cheloniology research organizations exist all over the world, spanning many countries. This list comprises just a few of the notable ones.
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Ganges


many former provincial or imperial capitals (such as Patliputra, Kannauj, Kara, Kashi, Allahabad, Murshidabad, Munger, Baharampur, Kampilya and Kolkata) have been located on its banks. The Ganges is threatened by pollution, not only to humans, but also to animals, among which are more than 140 fish species, 90 amphibian species, reptiles such as the gharial, and mammals such as the Ganges river dolphin, the last-mentioned two included in the IUCN's critically endangered list. The levels of fecal coliform
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Tarsier


nocturnal insects that make up the tarsier's diet. The conservation status of all tarsiers is vulnerable to extinction. Tarsiers are a conservation dependent species meaning that they need to have more and improved management of protected habitats or they will definitely become extinct in the future. The 2008-described Siau Island tarsier in Indonesia is regarded as Critically Endangered and was listed among The World's 25 Most Endangered Primates by Conservation International and the IUCN/SCC Primate Specialist Group in 2008. The Malaysian government protects tarsiers by listing them in the Totally Protected Animals
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Red Data Book of the Russian Federation


, a decision was made to introduce legislation that would provide for the protection of endangered species. This resulted in the publication of the first official "Red Book" in 1978 – a document that complemented law as a list of endangered species. Animals on the list were strictly protected and their treatment regulated by Soviet law. Since that time, constant revisions have been made. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, regulations on endangered species were instituted by each of the former Soviet countries. However, many of them had insufficient
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Mabi forest


remnant Mabi forests be listed as "critically endangered" for the following reasons: "There is only 1050 ha of Mabi Forest left, and this occurs as a series of small, isolated patches. Many of the remnant patches of Mabi Forest are being invaded by exotic smothering vines, and feral and domestic animals. The use of remnant patches of Mabi Forest by stock can impact on this ecological community through trampling, grazing and soil compaction." Mabi forests are a particular kind of dense vine forest that grows on nutrient rich
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ARKive


There were several design iterations before the formal launch. By the launch date, the project team had researched, cataloged, copied, described and authenticated image, sound and fact files of 1,000 animals, plants and fungi, many of them critically endangered. More multi-media profiles are added every month, starting with British flora and fauna and with species included on the Red List – that is, species that are believed to be closest to extinction, according to research by the World Conservation Union. By January 2006, the
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White-eared night heron


heron. The IUCN Red List has listed the white-eared night heron as an endangered species because its population is small, fragmented and declining. In the 1990s, the species was considered very rare and listed as a critically endangered species. It was downlisted to an endangered species in 2000. Its population is estimated at 250–999 mature individuals and 350–1500 total individuals. It is threatened by deforestation, hunting, overfishing and water pollution. It has been discovered in many new localities, but the population is probably declining because of the
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Pangolin


in the world. Of the eight species of pangolin, four ("Phataginus tetradactyla", "P. tricuspis", "Smutsia gigantea", and "S. temminckii") are listed as vulnerable, two ("Manis crassicaudata" and "M. culionensis") are listed as endangered, and two ("M. pentadactyla" and "M. javanica") are listed as critically endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List of Threatened Species. The name "pangolin" comes from the Malay word "pengguling
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List of endangered birds


As of May 2019, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists 469 endangered avian species. 4.0% of all evaluated avian species are listed as endangered. No subpopulations of birds have been evaluated by the IUCN. For a species to be considered endangered by the IUCN it must meet certain quantitative criteria which are designed to classify taxa facing "a very high risk of exintction". An even higher risk is faced by "critically endangered" species, which meet the quantitative criteria for endangered species. Critically endangered
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List of endangered amphibians


As of September 2016, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists 848 endangered amphibian species. 13% of all evaluated amphibian species are listed as endangered. No subpopulations of amphibians have been evaluated by the IUCN. For a species to be considered endangered by the IUCN it must meet certain quantitative criteria which are designed to classify taxa facing "a very high risk of exintction". An even higher risk is faced by "critically endangered" species, which meet the quantitative criteria for endangered species. Critically endangered
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Schleswig Coldblood


have remained stable at about 200–250; in 2013 there were 189 mares and 26 stallions. The Schleswig Coldblood was listed as "endangered" by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations in 2007. In 2013 it was in Category II: "seriously endangered" on the Rote Liste of the Gesellschaft zur Erhaltung alter und gefährdeter Haustierrassen, the German national association for the conservation of historic and endangered domestic animal breeds, and was listed as "minimally endangered" by the European Association for Animal Production. Since 2012 a sub
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Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre


PTWRC currently houses over 1,200 rescued animals from 102 species including endangered Asian elephants, tigers, Pileated gibbon, Siamese crocodile, Malayan sun bears, among many others. Many of the species are listed as Endangered or Vulnerable by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Rescued animals at Phnom Tamao can be seen through general park admission, through the wildlife tours organized by Wildlife Alliance, Free the Bears, and independent tour operators. Phnom Tamao is home to the world's largest group of rescued Malayan sun bears
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Captivity (animal)


is does animals have moral status and rights? Moral status means animals have the right for their welfare to be taken seriously. However, there are many situations that might not follow animals rights because if an animal is dangerous to you, you might endanger the animal's welfare to save your life or others. In this situation, you are not following the animals moral status so, there are still people trying to find out how much rights do animals get compared to humans. To make sure animals have their rights there has
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Tim Laman


Department in the Museum of Comparative Zoology. Laman's photography has focused on capturing images and videos of subjects that were difficult to document, such as the Sunda flying lemur and other gliding animals in Borneo, displaying birds-of-paradise and critically endangered bird species including the Nuku Hiva pigeon and the Visayan wrinkled hornbill of the Philippines. He focused on documenting endangered and at-risk animals in order to promote awareness and encourage conservation efforts. Laman has received many accolades and awards, including the “Outstanding Nature Photographer” award
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Environmental issues in Thailand


former wildlife habitats, and pesticides in their food supply has reduced bird populations. Many species are listed as critically endangered because of habitat loss and over-exploitation. The World Bank estimates that, of 214 countries studied, Thailand ranks ninth (1=worst, 214=best) in the world in the number of mammal species (55 species) under threat. Despite Buddhism's professed reverence for life, even Thai clergy have been guilty of overt animal abuse. One such case, that of Kwan, a Malayan sun
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List of vulnerable birds


and are listed separately. See: List of endangered birds, List of critically endangered birds. Vulnerable, endangered and critically endangered species are collectively referred to as "threatened species" by the IUCN. Additionally 61 avian species (0.59% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to the IUCN. While the category of "data deficient
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List of vulnerable arthropods


meet the quantitative criteria of "vulnerable" species, and are listed separately. See: List of endangered arthropods, List of critically endangered arthropods. Vulnerable, endangered and critically endangered species are collectively referred to as "threatened species" by the IUCN. Additionally 2875 arthropod species (30% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to
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List of vulnerable molluscs


meet the quantitative criteria of "vulnerable" species, and are listed separately. See: List of endangered molluscs, List of critically endangered molluscs. Vulnerable, endangered and critically endangered species are collectively referred to as "threatened species" by the IUCN. Additionally 1988 mollusc species (27% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to
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List of vulnerable amphibians


and are listed separately. See: List of endangered amphibians, List of critically endangered amphibians. Vulnerable, endangered and critically endangered species are collectively referred to as "threatened species" by the IUCN. Additionally 1567 amphibian species (24% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to the IUCN. While the category of "data deficient
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List of vulnerable insects


meet the quantitative criteria of "vulnerable" species, and are listed separately. See: List of endangered insects, List of critically endangered insects. Vulnerable, endangered and critically endangered species are collectively referred to as "threatened species" by the IUCN. Additionally 1702 insect species (28% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to
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List of vulnerable invertebrates


meet the quantitative criteria of "vulnerable" species, and are listed separately. See: List of endangered invertebrates, List of critically endangered invertebrates. Vulnerable, endangered and critically endangered species are collectively referred to as "threatened species" by the IUCN. Additionally 5278 invertebrate species (29% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to
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Wildlife of Cameroon


-marine molluscs species found in the wild in Cameroon are: "Bulinus camerunensis", an endangered species found in western Cameroon from Barombi Koto and Debundsha, both crater lakes; "Lymnaea natalensis", a species of least concern; and "Sinistrexcisa", a new genus of land snail with four new species. The ecoregion is home to several critically endangered, endangered and vulnerable species of animals. These are the following. The wildlife is under threat due to many factors. These are: conversion of forest land for
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Norway


3,682; it includes 418 fungi species, many of which are closely associated with the small remaining areas of old-growth forests, 36 bird species, and 16 species of mammals. In 2010, 2,398 species were listed as endangered or vulnerable; of these were 1250 listed as vulnerable (VU), 871 as endangered (EN), and 276 species as critically endangered (CR), among which were the grey wolf, the Arctic fox (healthy population on Svalbard) and the pool frog. The largest predator in
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Funafuti Conservation Area


). The IUCN Red List identifies only the green turtle as being found in Tuvalu. The green turtle is recognised as critically endangered. The Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) lists two additional turtle species as being found in Tuvalu: hawksbill sea turtle ("Eretmochelys Imbricate") and leatherback sea turtle ("Dermochelys coriacea"), with both species being recognised as critically endangered. The marine environment of the Kogatapu includes reef, lagoon, channel and ocean; and are home to many species of fish
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List of vulnerable plants


species also meet the quantitative criteria of "vulnerable" species, and are listed separately. See: List of endangered plants, List of critically endangered plants. Vulnerable, endangered and critically endangered species are collectively referred to as "threatened species" by the IUCN. Additionally 1674 plant species (7.6% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened,
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List of vulnerable reptiles


species also meet the quantitative criteria of "vulnerable" species, and are listed separately. See: List of endangered reptiles, List of critically endangered reptiles. Vulnerable, endangered and critically endangered species are collectively referred to as "threatened species" by the IUCN. Additionally 910 reptile species (18% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened,
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Binturong


Malaysia, and is listed as critically endangered on the China Red List. Binturongs are common in zoos, and captive individuals represent a source of genetic diversity essential for long-term conservation. Typically, zoo animals have unknown geographic origin or are the offspring of several generations of captive-bred animals with no information on the geographic origin of the founders. In captivity, the binturong has been noted for its intelligence as well as its curious disposition. However, its occasional ill-temperament makes it a difficult pet at best and
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Iris kobayashii


hillsides. In Liaoning, China, it was listed as an endemic vascular species, along with "Acontium faurieri", "Artemisia chienshanica", "Betula ceratoptera", "Caragana litwinowii", "Iris minutoaurea", "Phragmites australis" and others. It is known as an endangered species. In 2007, it was designated by IUCN Endangered Red list as "Critically Endangered". In 2012, it is still listed as "Critically Endangered". It is not common in cultivation in the UK. It prefers
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Geography of Cambodia


fish species. Many of the country's species are recognized by the IUCN or World Conservation Union as threatened, endangered, or critically endangered due to deforestation and habitat destruction, poaching, illegal wildlife trade, farming, fishing, and unauthorized forestry concessions. Intensive poaching may have already driven Cambodia's national animal, the Kouprey, to extinction. Wild tigers, Eld's deer, wild water buffaloes and hog deer are at critically low numbers. "The 1993 Royal Decree on the Protection of Natural Areas recognized 23 protected areas,
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List of extinct and endangered species of Lithuania


This is a list of extinct, endangered and threatened animals of Lithuania. Collection of this list started in 1959 and the current version (2003) contains 815 species: 23 mammals, 75 birds, 128 insects, 224 flowering plants, 199 fungi and lichen. [[Category:Lists of biota of Lithuania|E]] [[Category:Biota of Lithuania|.]] [[Category:Conservation in Lithuania|.]] [[Category:Lists of endangered species|Lithuania]] [[Category:Lists of extinct animals by
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List of endangered plants


, which meet the quantitative criteria for endangered species. Critically endangered plants are listed separately. There are 6147 plant species which are endangered or critically endangered. Additionally 1674 plant species (7.6% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to the IUCN. While the category of "data deficient" indicates that no assessment of extinction risk has
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List of endangered arthropods


meet the quantitative criteria for endangered species. Critically endangered arthropods are listed separately. There are 1010 arthropod species which are endangered or critically endangered. Additionally 2875 arthropod species (30% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to the IUCN. While the category of "data deficient" indicates that no assessment of extinction risk has been made
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List of endangered molluscs


meet the quantitative criteria for endangered species. Critically endangered molluscs are listed separately. There are 1088 mollusc species which are endangered or critically endangered. Additionally 1988 mollusc species (27% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to the IUCN. While the category of "data deficient" indicates that no assessment of extinction risk has been made
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List of endangered invertebrates


meet the quantitative criteria for endangered species. Critically endangered invertebrates are listed separately. There are 2150 invertebrate species which are endangered or critically endangered. Additionally 5278 invertebrate species (29% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to the IUCN. While the category of "data deficient" indicates that no assessment of extinction risk has been made
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List of endangered insects


meet the quantitative criteria for endangered species. Critically endangered insects are listed separately. There are 538 insect species which are endangered or critically endangered. Additionally 1702 insect species (28% of those evaluated) are listed as "data deficient", meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status. As these species typically have small distributions and/or populations, they are intrinsically likely to be threatened, according to the IUCN. While the category of "data deficient" indicates that no assessment of extinction risk has been made
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List of critically endangered molluscs


are marked as such. There are 511 species and six subspecies of gastropod assessed as critically endangered. Stylommatophora includes the majority of land snails and slugs. There are 233 species and five subspecies in the order Stylommatophora assessed as critically endangered. Species Subspecies There are 181 species in the order Littorinimorpha assessed as critically endangered. There are 48 species in the order Architaenioglossa assessed as critically endangered. Species Subspecies There are 69 species and five subspecies in the class Bivalvia assessed as critically endangered. There are 66 species and five subspecies in the
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Cichlid


"Amphilophus citrinellus" display many of the criteria needed for sympatric speciation. In the African rift lake system, cichlid species in numerous distinct lakes evolved from a shared hybrid swarm. In 2010, the International Union for Conservation of Nature classified 184 species as vulnerable, 52 as endangered, and 106 as critically endangered. At present, the IUCN only lists "Yssichromis sp. nov. "argens"" as extinct in the wild, and six species are listed as entirely extinct, but it is acknowledged that many more possibly
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Somali wild ass


The Somali wild ass ("Equus africanus somaliensis") is a subspecies of the African wild ass. It is found in Somalia, the Southern Red Sea region of Eritrea, and the Afar Region of Ethiopia. The legs of the Somali wild ass are striped, resembling those of its relative, the zebra. There are likely fewer than 1,000 animals (or even 700) in the wild and the "IUCN Red List of endangered species" described it as "critically endangered". This means they face an extremely high
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Oʻahu tree snail


dextral. (See the section on chirality in the article gastropod shell.) There are 41 species of Oahu tree snail endemic to Hawaiian island of Oʻahu. All are endangered, there being only about hundred individuals of each species left. All 41 species are listed under United States federal legislation as endangered. The IUCN lists a number of these species as extinct and the remainder as critically endangered. In many cases, the introduced and highly predatory snail "Euglandina rosea" has been involved in the extinctions and declines of the native
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Cyclura pinguis


, as their rarity made them more appealing to exotic animal collectors, despite this being illegal under the CITES treaty. In 1999 a World Wildlife Fund international conservation officer, Stuart Chapman, said: "The British government has turned a blind eye for over 20 years to these overseas territories which are home to many rare and endangered species. Many of these face extinction if Britain fails to honour its treaty obligations. The British Caribbean islands are extremely rich in biodiversity with many critically endangered species that are unique to the islands - yet
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Flora of Madagascar


with its neighbouring islands, is considered a biodiversity hotspot because of its high species richness and endemism coupled with a dramatic decrease of primary vegetation. Six of the seven WWF ecoregions in Madagascar (see "Vegetation types") are considered "critical/endangered". Data on the distribution and status of many native plants in Madagascar are still lacking, but a 2011 Red List assessed 1,676 endemic vascular plant species and found over 1,000 of them to be endangered or critically endangered. Rapid human population increase and economic activity entail habitat loss
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List of critically endangered plants


IUCN are marked as such. There are 23 bryophyte species assessed as critically endangered. There are 67 species and three varieties of pteridophyte assessed as critically endangered. There are 54 species and three varieties in the class Polypodiopsida assessed as critically endangered. There are 49 species and three varieties in the order Polypodiales assessed as critically endangered. Species Varieties There are 81 species, five subspecies, and 13 varieties of gymnosperm assessed as critically endangered. Species Subspecies Species Subspecies Varieties There are 1895 species, 78 subspecies, and 49 varieties of dicotyledon
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List of critically endangered invertebrates


IUCN are marked as such. There are 581 mollusc species and 11 mollusc subspecies assessed as critically endangered. There are 511 gastropod species and six gastropod subspecies assessed as critically endangered. Stylommatophora includes the majority of land snails and slugs. There are 233 species and five subspecies in the order Stylommatophora assessed as critically endangered. Species Subspecies There are 181 species in the order Littorinimorpha assessed as critically endangered. There are 48 species in the order Architaenioglossa assessed as critically endangered. Species Subspecies There are 69 species and five subspecies in the class
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