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]]>In the 1960s, the number of bald eagles dwindled alarmingly due to hunting, habitat destruction, and the devastating impact of DDT, a pesticide that weakened their eggshells. The bald eagle’s plight spurred changes in legislation, including the banning of DDT and the protection of their nesting sites. Fast forward to today, and the bald eagle has made a remarkable comeback, gracing the skies with its powerful presence. It’s a clear message—when we give nature a chance, it can rebound in ways that leave us in awe.
The giant panda became the poster child for endangered species worldwide. But did you know that this cuddly icon has made a significant comeback? Thanks to a concerted effort by the Chinese government and international partners, giant panda numbers have been slowly but steadily increasing. In fact, the giant panda was officially removed from the endangered species list in 2016.
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]]>The scimitar horned oryx once roamed the African desserts, but its numbers started to dwindle in the 1980s. Humans hunted them due to their meat and horns, while several environmental factors also played a part. In 2000, the species was officially listed as “extinct in the wild,” meaning it only existed in captivity.
The government of Chad and the Environment Agency of Abu Dhabi (EAD) teamed up with a number of conservation zoos in recent years to breed scimitar-horned oryx and increase their numbers. Their efforts resulted in a herd of 600 specimens being re-introduced to the wild and finding their home in Chad’s Ouadi Achim Faunal Reserve.
As announced by Whipsnade Zoo in the United Kingdom, the scimitar horned oryx has now been downlisted from “extinct in the wild” to “endangered,” representing a massive success in its conservation efforts. There are now plans to re-introduce the species to other parts of Africa, including Tunisia and Sudan.
“The change in status… is a testament to the power of collaborative conservation action, and gives us all hope that we are able to make a real difference and restore nature,” said Dr Tania Gilbert, head of conservation science at Marwell Wildlife Zoo, one of the conservation zoos taking part in the project.
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]]>The post Photographer Captures Rare Animals to Help Save Them From Extinction appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>“It is folly to think that we can destroy one species and ecosystem after another and not affect humanity,” he wrote on his website. “When we save species, we’re actually saving ourselves.”
The project wanted to reverse the extinction crisis that is currently happening all over the world. His animal portraits are remarkable, creating inspiring images to help endangered animals.
His works have been featured by famous TV shows such as National Geographic’s Explorer, NBC Nightly News, and CBS Sunday Morning Show.
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]]>British photographer Tim Flach has been traveling and photographing these unique and endangered species for two years now. His series of these photos is called “Endangered” and it shows you the animals you didn’t even know existed. It’s insane to think they will all be gone soon if we don’t start behaving responsibly towards our planet.
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]]>Sudan’s health hasn’t been the best lately. One of his legs is infected and things are not looking well.
We are very concerned about him – he’s extremely old for a rhino and we do not want him to suffer unnecessarily,” the conservancy said.
Sudan famously joined Tinder last year in a desperate attempt to find a mate. However, there are only two females of his species left in the world, and the chances of procreating with any of them are getting smaller every day.
Visitors come to see Sudan every day at his home while he’s trying to make continuing the species happen.
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]]>The post These Two Animals Almost Went Extinct, But Conservation Efforts Saved Them appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>In the 1960s, the number of bald eagles dwindled alarmingly due to hunting, habitat destruction, and the devastating impact of DDT, a pesticide that weakened their eggshells. The bald eagle’s plight spurred changes in legislation, including the banning of DDT and the protection of their nesting sites. Fast forward to today, and the bald eagle has made a remarkable comeback, gracing the skies with its powerful presence. It’s a clear message—when we give nature a chance, it can rebound in ways that leave us in awe.
The giant panda became the poster child for endangered species worldwide. But did you know that this cuddly icon has made a significant comeback? Thanks to a concerted effort by the Chinese government and international partners, giant panda numbers have been slowly but steadily increasing. In fact, the giant panda was officially removed from the endangered species list in 2016.
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]]>The post Rare Antelope Species No Longer Considered “Extinct in the Wild” appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>The scimitar horned oryx once roamed the African desserts, but its numbers started to dwindle in the 1980s. Humans hunted them due to their meat and horns, while several environmental factors also played a part. In 2000, the species was officially listed as “extinct in the wild,” meaning it only existed in captivity.
The government of Chad and the Environment Agency of Abu Dhabi (EAD) teamed up with a number of conservation zoos in recent years to breed scimitar-horned oryx and increase their numbers. Their efforts resulted in a herd of 600 specimens being re-introduced to the wild and finding their home in Chad’s Ouadi Achim Faunal Reserve.
As announced by Whipsnade Zoo in the United Kingdom, the scimitar horned oryx has now been downlisted from “extinct in the wild” to “endangered,” representing a massive success in its conservation efforts. There are now plans to re-introduce the species to other parts of Africa, including Tunisia and Sudan.
“The change in status… is a testament to the power of collaborative conservation action, and gives us all hope that we are able to make a real difference and restore nature,” said Dr Tania Gilbert, head of conservation science at Marwell Wildlife Zoo, one of the conservation zoos taking part in the project.
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]]>The post Photographer Captures Rare Animals to Help Save Them From Extinction appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>“It is folly to think that we can destroy one species and ecosystem after another and not affect humanity,” he wrote on his website. “When we save species, we’re actually saving ourselves.”
The project wanted to reverse the extinction crisis that is currently happening all over the world. His animal portraits are remarkable, creating inspiring images to help endangered animals.
His works have been featured by famous TV shows such as National Geographic’s Explorer, NBC Nightly News, and CBS Sunday Morning Show.
The post Photographer Captures Rare Animals to Help Save Them From Extinction appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>The post British Photographer Takes Photos of Endangered Animals for 2 Years appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>British photographer Tim Flach has been traveling and photographing these unique and endangered species for two years now. His series of these photos is called “Endangered” and it shows you the animals you didn’t even know existed. It’s insane to think they will all be gone soon if we don’t start behaving responsibly towards our planet.
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]]>The post Sudan is the Last Male Northern White Rhino Left in the World appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Sudan’s health hasn’t been the best lately. One of his legs is infected and things are not looking well.
We are very concerned about him – he’s extremely old for a rhino and we do not want him to suffer unnecessarily,” the conservancy said.
Sudan famously joined Tinder last year in a desperate attempt to find a mate. However, there are only two females of his species left in the world, and the chances of procreating with any of them are getting smaller every day.
Visitors come to see Sudan every day at his home while he’s trying to make continuing the species happen.
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