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ENDANGERED SPECIES

ENDANGERED SPECIES. Peggy Beauchamp CS255 Beauchamp Link Page. Facts. Scientists believe species are becoming extinct at the rate of 1 every 15 minutes...100 each day...and 4,000-6,000 each year.

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ENDANGERED SPECIES

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  1. ENDANGERED SPECIES Peggy Beauchamp CS255 Beauchamp Link Page

  2. Facts • Scientists believe species are becoming extinct at the rate of 1 every 15 minutes...100 each day...and 4,000-6,000 each year. • Some estimates indicate that as much as one fifth of all the species on earth today will have vanished by the end of the century.  • Endangered Species Act (ESA) Act • What Species are Endangered? • Michigan's Endangered Species

  3. What is an Endangered Animal? • An endangered animal is one whose species is on the verge of going extinct unless steps are taken soon to rescue it. • Pollutants and other threats in its habitat are factors that cause endangerment. • When an animal becomes extinct, it is gone forever!

  4. What is a Threatened Animal? • A threatened animal is one that will likely become endangered unless steps are taken soon to reverse habitat destruction and/or pollution. • These designations are made by a group of biologists who study these animals and are familiar with their needs and numbers.

  5. Reasons for Endangerment • Habitat Destruction • Overexploitation • Introduction of Exotic Species • Disease • Pollution • Limited Distribution • Other Factors

  6. Well-Known Endangered Animals • African Elephant • Bald Eagle • Black Rhino • Blue Whale • Giant Panda • Gorilla • Manatee

  7. Fun Activity • Now that you’ve got the basics, how we put them to the test! • Let’s try some questions on the… Practice Worksheet Answers

  8. Organizations • National Wildlife Federation • Duke University's Primate Center • American Society of International Law Wildlife Group • The Endangered Wildlife Trust

  9. Why Save Endangered Animals? • They help protect a healthy environment. • They may lead to advances in medicines, or foods. • Maintain a good quality of life. Why save endangered animals… BECAUSE WE CAN !!!

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