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Lynyrd Skynyrd - Endangered Species - Heartbreak Hotel
Scottie1972 (Scottie1972) Tue, 22 Dec 2009 13:05:33 -0000
Lynyrd Skynyrd - Endangered Species - Heartbreak Hotel
"Critically Endangered Species at the End of the Year" http://bit.ly/6hvBL5 (slide show)
boyinthemumble (Kinya Hanada) Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:59:40 -0000
"Critically Endangered Species at the End of the Year" http://bit.ly/6hvBL5 (slide show)
Your living room is no home for wildlife: Pet shops may not openly sell endangered species but they have the po.. http://bit.ly/6EYHnv
mysafaritowel (animaltowels) Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:24:50 -0000
Your living room is no home for wildlife: Pet shops may not openly sell endangered species but they have the po.. http://bit.ly/6EYHnv
It's perhaps the last chance for the northern white rhino, one of the world's most endangered species. Only eight... http://buzzup.com/krtr
djgreetings (alfred) Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:08:11 -0000
It's perhaps the last chance for the northern white rhino, one of the world's most endangered species. Only eight... http://buzzup.com/krtr
ENDANGERED SPECIES: Petawawa joins bandwagon against restrictions - Pembroke Daily Observer http://bit.ly/8SrdRP
Global_Updaid (Updaid) Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:36:55 -0000
ENDANGERED SPECIES: Petawawa joins bandwagon against restrictions - Pembroke Daily Observer http://bit.ly/8SrdRP
True Fact of the Day #159: Snowmen were only officially listed as an endangered species in 1978, after many of their eggs were stolen.
mattwithers (Matt Withers) Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:24:51 -0000
True Fact of the Day #159: Snowmen were only officially listed as an endangered species in 1978, after many of their eggs were stolen.

 

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Animal Information - Biology, ecology, habitat, and status of rare, threatened, and endangered species of mammals and information in their native countries. Topics of interest are biodiversity, ecosystems, population, and land use.
Meta Description: [ Biology, ecology, habitat, and status of rare, threatened and endangered species of mammals and information on their native countries: biodiversity, ecosystems, population, and land use ]

ARKive - Presentation of animals and fungi that may become extinct in the wild, without help. Includes a photo gallery of those under threat.
Meta Description: [ ARKive - Images of life on Earth. A new digital library of photographs, film clips and accompanying information about endangered species, created by Wildscreen.Home page ]

Australian Lungfish (Neoceratodus forsteri) - Explains where the Australian Lungfish lives, why it is threatened, and the current laws that protect it.
Meta Description: [ The Australian Lungfish has been listed as a vulnerable species under the Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (the EPBC Act). ]

Australian Painted Snipe (Rostratula australis) - Tells where the Australian Painted Snipe lives, why it is threatened, and the current laws that protect it.
Meta Description: [ The Australian Painted Snipe has been listed as a vulnerable species under the Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act). It is also listed as a migratory species under the EPBC Act, as it is listed in the China–Australia Migratory Bird Agreement (... ]

Bagheera Endangered Species - Learn about animals that are vanishing and species which have already become extinct. Explore the factors that threaten creatures around the world, and find out what can be done to improve their chances of survival.
Meta Description: [ Bagheera is an online education website about Earth's endangered animals and endangered species. ]

BBC: Animal Conservation - A collection of articles about animals which are at risk of disappearing. Each article is illustrated, and describes the animal and its habitat in detail.
Meta Description: [ Articles about endangered species ]

Bilby (Macrotis lagotis) - Includes topics such as where is it found what are its threats, and what is happening to it.

Brownteal.com - Explores the challenges facing New Zealand's Brown Teal. Includes factsheets, interactive simulations, information on their decline, and steps the average person can take to help save these beautiful birds from extinction.

Dibbler (Parantechinus Apicalis) - Has a picture of what this marsupial mouse looks like, where it lives, and what it eats.
Meta Description: [ The Dibbler is a small marsupial mouse. It has a very distinct white ring around each large eye and a hairy, tapering tail. ]

Dragon Search - Information about the rare seadragon, with photographs, video, and a survey of sightings in Australian waters.
Meta Description: [ 'Dragon Search' is a monitoring program which encourages members of the community to provide information about sightings of the unique southern Australian fish - the seadragon. The information will be used to determine the distribution, habitat requirements and research and management priorities ... ]

EcoKids: Wildlife - Learn about endangered amphibians, birds, insects, mammals, plants, and underwater creatures. Wildlife word games, colouring sheets, and activities.
Meta Description: [ EcoKids is a web site maintained by Earth Day Canada. ]

EEK! Our Earth: Threatened and Endangered Species - Illustrated facts, figures, and descriptions about many animals and birds.

Endangered Earth - Describes the plight of endangered animals around the world.
Meta Description: [ Endangered Earth is an online resource which provides information, photos and video about earth's endangered animals and endangered species. ]

Endangered Means There's Still Time - Slideshow tells how animals become endangered and extinct, and what needs to be done to help keep them around.

Endangered New Jersey - Information on endangered species and specifically on the endangered and threatened species of New Jersey. A Thinkquest Junior site.
Meta Description: [ information on endangered species and specifically on the endangered and threatened species of New Jersey ]

Endangered Species - Learn what causes this, reasons for saving these animals, ways to help, photo gallery, and concerned organizations. Includes a United States map that shows which creatures are in danger of becoming extinct in the near future.
Meta Description: [ We provide all the best endangered species information, endangered species books, and everything else regarding rare and endangered species, conservation efforts, and endangered species organizations dedicated to saving and preserving the world's most endangered wildlife and plantlife. ]

Endangered Species 2000 - Provides information about the causes for extinction, facts about certain animals, and a media gallery of rare wildlife.
Meta Description: [ ES2000 - Endangered Species of the Next Millennium is a project that aims to reveal the cruel fact that the Human Species is the ultimate cause of disappearing species on Earth. Our web site illustrates WHAT Endangered Species means, WHY the Endangered Species list gets longer each year and HOW... ]

Endangered Species Coloring Book - Learn about many species that are threatened, including where they live, what they eat, and how they are protected.

Endangered Species Picture Book - Tells what endangered species are and looks at some of the factors that threaten their existence. Also provides printable coloring pages that tell about 20 endangered creatures.

Endangered TV - Video clips depict the plights of animals that are at risk. Requires Windows Media Player.
Meta Description: [ Endangered TV provides online videos about the Earth's endangered animals and endangered species. ]

Expedition : Endangered - From the American Museum of Natural History. An interactive guide about endangered species.

Flatback Turtle (Natator Depressus) - Includes a fact sheet, and why the feral pigs are a threat.
Meta Description: [ The Flatback Turtle gets its name from its relatively flat, smooth shell - other marine turtles have a high domed shell. ]

Frog Declines - Frog populations are declining in Australia and around the world. Find out more about why this is happening and what frogs are at risk. Includes detailed and illustrated fact sheets on each of the species.
Meta Description: [ Frog populations are declining in Australia and around the world. Find out what frogs are at risk. ]

Habitat Adventure: Panda Challenge - Interactive multimedia game to create a forest habitat for endangered species. Involves using virtual binoculars and cameras, as well as online identification of sounds and animal tracks.
Meta Description: [ Habitat Adventure: Create a fictional forest reserve to provide habitat for endangered species. Brought to you by the National Zoo| FONZ. ]

International Snow Leopard Trust - Learn about these big cats, where they live, and how they need help to survive. Play games, take a quiz, or see photos.
Meta Description: [ Learn about the snow leopard's habitat, ecology, and why they are endangered. ]

IUCN Red List of Threatened Species - Provides a list of animals that are endangered and tells how they are being threatened.

Julia Creek Dunnart Sminthopsis Douglasi - A few pictures, fact sheet, and how you can help.
Meta Description: [ The Julia Creek Dunnart is a small, carnivorous marsupial resembling a large mouse, with brownish fur on its back and a white underbelly. ]

Kids' Planet: Especies Fact Sheets - Explains the Endangered Species Act and how it is designed to protect certain species from extinction. Animals are listed by continent, with description, habitat, and specific environmental threats.

Mountain Pygmy-possum (Burramys Parvus) - Picture of the animal and habitat, conservation status, and why the blackberry is a major threat.
Meta Description: [ The Mountain Pygmy-possum is the largest of Australia's five species of pygmy-possum, yet it only weighs 45 grams and could easily fit in the palm of your hand. ]

Murray Cod (Maccullochella peelii peelii) - Tells where the Murray Cod lives, why it is threatened, and the current laws that protect it.
Meta Description: [ The Murray Cod has been listed as a vulnerable species under the Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (the EPBC Act) ]

National Wildlife Magazine: Poisoning the Imperiled - Article explains how pesticides threaten animals and plants which are already vulnerable. Learn about the ways that chemicals are harmful, how they affect many areas, and what needs to be done.
Meta Description: [ Three decades after DDT was banned, pesticides still take a toll on the nation's most vulnerable species ]

Northern Quoll (Dasyurus Hallucatus) - Includes what this marsupial looks like, its major threats, and what is being done.
Meta Description: [ The Northern Quoll is a medium-sized carnivorous marsupial that lives in the savannas of northern Australia. ]

404 Protect Endangered Species - Play games and learn about endangered species. From the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department of Hong Kong. (In Chinese and English)

Round Island Petrel (Pterodroma arminjoniana) - Tells what it is, where it's found, and why it's threatened.
Meta Description: [ The Round Island Petrel has been listed as a threatened species under Commonwealth environmental law (the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999). ]

Save the Albatross - Learn about these seabirds, why they are threatened, and what is being done to help. Includes latest campaign news and diaries from some of the people trying to help.
Meta Description: [ Albatrosses are dying in their tens of thousands. Stop the slaughter! ]

Saving the Tibetan Antelope from Extinction - An illustrated fact sheet from the International Fund for Animal Welfare explains what is being done, and how people can help.

Superb Parrot (Polytelis Swainsonii) - Has information on its conservation status, where it lives, and what it looks like.
Meta Description: [ The Superb Parrot is a striking bird found in central woodland areas of southern New South Wales (NSW), the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and Victoria. ]

The Wild Ones - Introduces the animals that are at risk and the people who are working to help them. Also features related student work. In English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Web trade threat to rare species - A news report from the BBC shows how the illegal trade of animals takes place over the internet.
Meta Description: [ Endangered species are being pushed to extinction through their illegal trade over in internet, campaigners say. ]

What Are You Really Bringing Back With You? - Download and print an illustrated leaflet showing how some holiday souvenirs support the illegal trade in rare species. Includes tips on how to have a wildlife-friendly vacation.

Wild Times: Here Today - Gone Tomorrow - Explains why species become endangered. Includes biodiversity, management techniques, and New Hampshire species that are threatened or endangered.

Wildlife Crimebusters - Find out how supersleuth scientists gather evidence to help solve crimes against animals. From National Geographic World.
Meta Description: [ Supersluth scientists get the evidence to help solve crimes against animals. ]

Wildlife Photographer of the Year - The annual Gerald Durrell Award for Endangered Wildlife features the work of amateur photographers in capturing photos of animals that are at risk of extinction.
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Wildlife's Last Resort - The guests that live here are high on the endangered species list. Check in and learn about these troubled fellas. Requires Flash plug-in.
Meta Description: [ Welcome to Wildlife's Last Resort. The guests that live here are high on the endangered species list. Check in and learn about these troubled fellas. ]

Wolves (Canis Lupus, Canis Rupus) - Describes the wolf's social structure, pup raising patterns, communication, hunting methods, original habitat and Native American myths about these animals. Page includes related fun activities such as a word search.
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World Endangered Species - Facts, photos, and slide shows about the creatures that are disappearing from Planet Earth.
Meta Description: [ This is the site to visit if you want to learn about Endangered Species of the world ]

WWF Fun and Games - Information and activities related to wildlife and endangered species.
Meta Description: [ World Wildlife Fund provides fun, free games as well as free ecards that you can send to your friends. Learn about conservation and endangered species through these fun educational games and quizzes. And free downloads of screensavers, wallpaper and free ecards also are available. ]

WWF: Endangered Species - Explores the challenges facing tigers, pandas, rhinos, whales, other species. Includes factsheets, information on illegal wildlife trade, and information about steps the average person can take help save these creatures.
Meta Description: [ World Wildlife Fund has worked to protect endangered species through conservation programs that protect tigers, pandas, whales, elephants, rhinos, gorillas and the environment of many other animals. ]