6 Animal Species That May Soon Become Extinct
The Amur leopard is home to the Primorye region of southeastern Russia and northern China. Being one of the most endangered species, they're being bred discreetly. As a result, their population has increased from just two dozen to 100. However, the big cat poses a risk of not adapting to the wildlife once introduced to it. Besides, industrialization, deforestation, and poaching are added obstacles to save this larges. . .
6 Animal Species That May Soon Become Extinct
The population of these white antelopes has come down to just 300 over a few generations. The animals wander around the Tin Toumma region of Niger and the Sahara deserts of northern Africa. Illegal hunting is one of the biggest reasons for their extinction. These screw horn antelopes are shot to benefit from their spiral horn and splendid fur. Another cause of extinction is loss of habitat, which is the primary threa. . .
6 Animal Species That May Soon Become Extinct
These rare rhinos are found in eastern and southern Africa, and their population is down by 98%. In fact, the western black rhino was counted among the extinct animals in 2011. But one of the subspecies, the southwestern black rhinoceros, isn't subjected to the threat. With just 5,500 rhinos remaining, the species is still subjected to poaching as their horns are used in traditional folk medicine in China, Taiwan, Ho. . .
6 Animal Species That May Soon Become Extinct
These rare apes belong to Southeast Asia and are critically endangered. The biggest threat to them is deforestation as plantations for developing palm oil are growing exponentially. Besides, since they breed only once every six to eight years, populating the species is challenging. So, many alternative conservation efforts are being put in to save the Sumatran orangutan. For example, the international Orangutan Day i. . .
6 Animal Species That May Soon Become Extinct
Climate change is making it difficult for polar bears to find something to eat, and they're often left unfed. The bears majorly rely on seals for food, which they hunt by swimming under ice sheets or waiting near seal holes. Unfortunately, the melting glaciers and oil production plantations are hogging their space. Many countries have signed agreements pledging to prevent polar bears from becoming extinct animals.. . .
6 Animal Species That May Soon Become Extinct
Native to 12 countries, the big cat is now an endangered species due to the loss of habitat, retaliation or protective killings, and hunting. It's one of the most challenging animals to hunt as they're very good at hiding. That's why snow leopards are sometimes called “ghost of the mountains. Climate change is another and more apparent reason for the decline of this magical species.. . .