Wildlife Conservation Club Newsletter #1:
Amur Leopard: Critically Endangered
By: Ryan Kim '20
Also known as the "Korean leopard" and the "Far Eastern leopard," the Amur leopard is not only the most endangered subspecies of leopard but also the rarest big cat in the world. In 2007, only 30 Amur leopards lived in the wild, but now, the population has more than doubled to around 70 individuals. One way you can help this critically endangered species is by purchasing FSC approved wood products to keep the Amur leopard's forest habitat ecologically stable.To learn more about how to help Amur Leopards, visit https://www.worldwildlife.org/species/amur-leopard
Vaquita: Critically Endangered
By: William Kuster '20
The vaquita, meaning “little cow” in Spanish, is a tiny porpoise only found in the Gulf of California, Mexico. It currently is the most endangered marine mammal in the world, and only an estimated 30 individuals exist, marking a decline upwards of 92% since 1997. Vaquita suffer from illegal fishing and unless the gill net ban is enforced, they will likely remain on the brink of extinction. By supporting sustainable seafood and raising awareness, we can help increase their chances.To learn more about how to help Vaquitas, visit https://www.worldwildlife.org/species/vaquita
Ethiopian Wolf: Endangered
By: Aidan Young '20
Dubbed "Africa's Most Endangered Carnivore," the Ethiopian Wolf certainly lives up to that since there are only 7 isolated populations left and an estimated 600 individuals. Native to Ethiopia (as the name would suggest), the Ethiopian Wolf suffers from humans encroaching on their territory and rabies and other diseasing taking their tolls on the populations. Unlike the Amur Leopard, the population hasn't changed so positively and action must be taken. Donating, as always, helps support the cause.To learn more about how to help Ethiopian Wolves, visit http://www.awf.org/wildlife-conservation/ethiopian-wolf
Recent Wildlife News Articles Worth Reading:
First Nations Fight to Protect the Rare Spirit Bear from Hunters news.nationalgeographic.com An indigenous community reconnects with its heritage by working to end hunting and promote bear-watching in the Great Bear Rainforest.
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