Tigers: Why They're Incredible Animals

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Tigers: Why They're Incredible Animals

Most people look at tigers and see incredible creatures that represent grace and beauty. We can all appreciate the power a tiger shows and how they’re an integral part of this earth. However, tiger populations are in drastic decline. While we’ve been able to somewhat steady them in recent years, the populations still dropped from over 100,000 in the early 1900s to currently under 5,000. Tigers play an important role in the ecosystem, so it’s incredibly important to save this wonderful species.

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4 Interesting Facts About Elephants & Why We Need to Save Them

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4 Interesting Facts About Elephants & Why We Need to Save Them

One of the most majestic animals in the world is the elephant. There are about 450,000 African elephants in the wild, but there are only about 45,000 Asian elephants. While these numbers may seem high, elephants have actually been decreasing in number, often to issues such as poaching. It is incredibly important that people learn more about elephants as they are vital to the world's ecosystem and simply a beautiful creature that deserves to be respected.

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Conservation Spotlight: Amazon River Dolphin

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Conservation Spotlight: Amazon River Dolphin

The Amazon River Dolphin, or the boto, is a type of dolphin that dwells in areas in South America. You can find this dolphin throughout the Amazon and Orinoco Rivers in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Perú, and Venezuela. While the populations of this dolphin are abundant in many areas, there are some areas they’re considered particularly vulnerable, for various reasons. They’re a truly unique species, especially with the beautiful color of their skin. Learn more about the Amazon River Dolphin!

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Conservation Success Story: California Condor

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Conservation Success Story: California Condor

A blog from the April Malmsteen Foundation that examines the plight of the California Condor and how the species came back from the brink of extinction.

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How Different Organisms Affect the Entire Ecosystem

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How Different Organisms Affect the Entire Ecosystem

The most recent blog from the April Malmsteen Foundation discussing how various organisms affect the ecosystem where they live. This information is vital to understanding the importance of how the environment is balanced and why it's important to work to help all endangered species.

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The Disappearance of Bees

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The Disappearance of Bees

Bees are currently facing endangerment and have seen their numbers declining over the last several years. Many people may wonder why this even matters and not know how important bees are to a balanced ecosystem. Learn more about why bees are important and what's going on with their disappearance.

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Do Zoos Help Endangered Species?

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Do Zoos Help Endangered Species?

Zoos are incredibly popular, particularly in the United States. They claim to exist to protect and save endangered species, but not everyone believes zoos actually serve this purpose. Read views from both sides, do some research, and decide for yourself whether or not zoos are helping endangered animals.

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