The Amazon in crisis: Forest loss threatens the region and the …
Date: November 08, 2022. The numbers are devastating: 17% of Amazon forests have been wholly lost, and an additional 17% are degraded. And data from the first half of 2022 show the …
69% average decline in wildlife populations since 1970, says new …
Oct 13, 2022 · WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 12, 2022) - Monitored populations of vertebrates (mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and fish) have seen a devastating 69% drop on …
WWF - Endangered Species Conservation | World Wildlife Fund
WWF is actively working in six continents to help people and nature thrive. 350 cities and counties. More than 350 cities and counties have joined with WWF, its partners, and other …
Cheetah | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
28-36 in. Weight. 75-125 lbs. Length. 40-60 in, Tail can add 24 to 32 inches bringing the total overall length up to 7.5 feet. Habitats. grasslands, mountains, deserts. Cheetahs are big cats …
Animals Affected by Climate Change | Magazine Articles | WWF
Very sensitive to temperature changes at all life stages—for example, the sex of baby turtles is determined by the temperature of the sand the eggs are laid in. High amounts of genetic …
Why are glaciers and sea ice melting? | Pages | WWF - World …
Sea ice forms and melts strictly in the ocean whereas glaciers are formed on land. Icebergs are chunks of glacial ice that break off glaciers and fall into the ocean. When glaciers melt, …
Should you keep an exotic animal as a pet? A new guide can help …
Aug 15, 2023 · 1. Conservation. When it comes to exotic pets, animal sourcing is a complex topic. From a conservation standpoint, most of the exotic pet trade is legal. However, illegal …
Species Spotlight: Red Panda | Pages | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
How big are red pandas? The red panda is slightly larger than a domestic cat with a bear-like body and thick russet fur. Where do many red pandas live? Almost 50% of the red panda’s …
Eight species making a comeback | Stories | WWF - World Wildlife …
Mar 3, 2022 · Eight species making a comeback. Species recovery is an essential part of any ecosystem's long-term resiliency and health. And there are some key species making a …
What is the sixth mass extinction and what can we do about it?
Unlike previous extinction events caused by natural phenomena, the sixth mass extinction is driven by human activity, primarily (though not limited to) the unsustainable use of land, water …