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Category: Species Extinction
Caribbean monk seal is extinct
09 Jul, 2008 | CATEGORY: Species Extinction | SOURCE: MSNBC | Comments
After many years without sightings, the Caribbean monk seal has been declared extinct. The only seal species to be driven to extinction through Human impact.
Tuna Fisheries are Facing Collapse
24 Mar, 2008 | CATEGORY: Species ExtinctionSustainable Culture | SOURCE: New Scientist | Comments
Scientist and fishermen believe Tuna populations are on the brink of collapse. This article discusses how good science and management could curtail this potential disaster before it is too late.
Sumatran Tigers Are Being Sold Into Extinction
24 Mar, 2008 | CATEGORY: Species Extinction | SOURCE: WWF | Comments
Because of poor enforcement the Sumatran tiger is slipping through our fingers,Ӕ said Leigh Henry, program officer for TRAFFIC North America. There are only about 400 Sumatran tigers left and such a small population canӒt sustain this level of poaching. If enforcement and political will are not bolstered the Sumatran tiger will be wiped out just as the Javan and Bali tigers were.
Rhinos Recover
24 Mar, 2008 | CATEGORY: Species Extinction | SOURCE: Live Science | Comments
After being nearly hunted to extinction in the 1990's, African white and black rhino populations have made a promising recovery. Thanks to anti-poaching efforts, as well as the cooperation of local communities, African rhinoceros populations have seen an encouraging 5% rise in numbers.
10 American Animals Saved from Extinction
05 Jan, 2008 | CATEGORY: Species Extinction | SOURCE: Green Expander | Comments
Since the the Endangered Species Act was ratified in the U.S.A. in 1973, many species have been saved from extinction. Here are 10 of the most notable success stories.
Julia Witty on Extinction
15 Oct, 2007 | CATEGORY: Species Extinction | SOURCE: Treehugger | Comments
"...our present course will lead to the extinction of half of all plant and animal species by the year 2100."