Articles related to "Iucn Red List"

The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species provides a uniform method for assessing how well a species is doing and assigning a conservation status. Here are the basic ideas.

Cardinalfishes, especially the Banggai Cardinalfishes, are some of the best marine fish for aquarists interested in captive breeding--here's how to do it.

In the 1950s Masked Bobwhite Quail were feared extinct due to habitat loss. Now Northern Bobwhites, once very common, dwindle for the same reason.

Only a narrow strip of sea separates the island of Pemba, from its larger neighbour, Zanzibar Island, but Pemba has its very own endemic species in need of protection.

African Grey Parrots have been traded as pets for centuries. Even Egyptians and Romans may have kept them, but today they're declining in the wild.

Northern fur seal and Steller sea lion populations are falling around the Aleutian and Pribilof Islands. Ecosystem changes in the Northern Pacific Ocean play a key role.

The Blue Chaffinch has evolved on the isolated islands of Gran Canaria and Tenerife, but its habitat has dwindled and the species is listed as Near Threatened.

Unique among hornbills, the Helmeted Hornbill has a casque of solid keratin called hornbill ivory, valued for carving jewelry and other small items.

Like the familiar showy Great Hornbill, Ground Hornbill, and Rhinoceros Hornbill, most hornbills are black and white with bright bills, eyes, and skin patches.

The rarest wild cats in the world inhabit relatively small geographical ranges and are endangered due to human activities.

An explanation of what we mean when we say a species is critically endangered, endangered, threatened, vulnerable, at risk, or of special concern.

6 species of dolphins and porpoises are on the endangered list, but 22 others might be if enough was known about them. So what happens when the data just isn't there?

Habitat loss from encroachment results in human-animal conflict as crop-raiding elephants find gardens a source of quick nutrition, angering people in Assam.

Genetic studies prove that the right whales of the North Pacific are a separate species. But they in serious danger of extinction and very little is known about them

After more than a century Bicknell's Thrush, Catharus bicknelli, gained its own species designation. The next century may record its decline.

Though it's one of the seagulls, the Black-headed Gull doesn't go to sea: it prefers shallow waters and gentle coastlines, and tolerates humans. Most live in Europe.

The Common Grackle prefers open spaces and is frequently seen foraging on the ground. It looks black but has beautiful shades of colour when seen from the right angle.

Gorilla range states work on treaty to protect remaining endangered lowland and mountain gorillas. War and human poverty important factors addressed by N'gagi Agreement.

Great Bustards, Otis tarda, native to grasslands of Europe and Asia, are listed as vulnerable. Conservation measures are increasing numbers in some places.

The Lesser Flamingo inhabits coastal and inland wetlands in sub-Saharan Africa and Asia. It's breeding and feeding habits are unusual and interesting.

It's still relatively easy to see Magellanic Penguins in the wild because they are common, they live in warmer water, and they breed in places that are easy to get to.

Marine mouthbrooders such as cardinalfish are great aquarium fish for the beginning aquarists, especially if they are interested in trying their hand at captive breeding.

An entirely new species of iguana has been discovered living on Fiji, 8,000 miles and 13 million years from its ancestral home in South America.

Mangroves are important in their own right, but also essential for many other species and ecosystems.

Dancing bears turned in by Kalandar tribespeople now in rehabilitation for return to the wild. Wildlife organizations provide alternative job training for former owners.

The Spotted Owl lies at the center of conservation debates because it requires large tracts of old-growth forest to find mates, nest, and hunt for food.

The strong hind legs of the springhare make it look like a small kangaroo. The springhare gets its name from these hind legs and the way it leaps.

The Burrowing Owl, or Ground Owl, Athene cunicularia, stands out from other owls of the Americas because it nests in the ground and is active during the day.

Once there were thousands of Cozumel Thrashers on Cozumel Island, but they've declined so precipitously that they may actually be extinct.

Brown Pelicans inhabit warm coastal areas of the Americas. Almost wiped out by DDT and hunting, they may be coming off the endangered list.

Leopards are found all over the world. They are Africa's second largest big cat. These highly skilled carnivores merit the greatest respect.

"On the second day of Christmas my true love gave to me..." Millennia of tradition and symbolism lie behind the gift of two Turtle Doves.

Wetlands are under threat worldwide. The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands exists to protect the world's wetlands for plant and animal species, ecosystems, and people.

BirdLife International identifies 218 endemic bird areas where it's particularly important to focus on conservation of birds, habitat, and biodiversity.

Like many raptors, the White-tailed Eagle has been persecuted, but today it's thriving in the wild and its conservation status has risen to "Least Concern."

Here you will find general descriptions of cranes, birds of prey, and other groups of birds, and definitions of unusual or unfamiliar words we use when we discuss birds.

Most woodpeckers are doing well, but some are endangered and many could face serious losses soon if we continue to destroy their mature forest habitat.

Lions are strong, fast and clever. These carnivores are magnificent to look at. Sometimes they evoke dread but more often admiration.

Tigers are slipping away, and the world may lose this beautiful, iconic species unless threats to its existence are eliminated.

Snow leopards are rare and beautiful big cats. They live in harsh environments, mostly found in China. Snow leopards are built to adapt to their environment.