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http://bch-cbd.naturalsciences.be/belgium/convention/biodiversity-faq.htm
Biodiversity FAQ Open in a new browser window
   Explains what it is and why it's important. Contains a list of species and their approximate numbers.
   http://bch-cbd.naturalsciences.be/belgium/convention/biodiversity-faq.htm
http://www.biodiversityhotspots.org/xp/Hotspots
Biodiversity Hotspots Open in a new browser window
   An interactive world map of the places where plants and animals are most threatened. Includes a searchable database of all land-dwelling vertebrates.
   http://www.biodiversityhotspots.org/xp/Hotspots
http://www.snaithprimary.eril.net/diversit.htm
Diversity Open in a new browser window
   Explores the enormous variety of life on the Earth.
   http://www.snaithprimary.eril.net/diversit.htm
http://www.worldwildlife.org/expeditions/
Expeditions in Conservation Open in a new browser window
   Travel alongside WWF scientists as they journey into remote and exotic locales to learn more about the most precious and varied ecosystems.
   http://www.worldwildlife.org/expeditions/
http://internt.nhm.ac.uk/eb/
Exploring Biodiversity Open in a new browser window
   The Natural History Museum presents an interactive introduction to UK biodiversity for GCSE and A-level students.
   http://internt.nhm.ac.uk/eb/
http://www.gfawesome.org/
GF Awesome Open in a new browser window
   Maurice the Mountain Goat and Lisa the Lynx introduce kids to the fascinating world of trees. Visitors can explore tree biology and conservation, as well as track the impact of trees on weather.
   http://www.gfawesome.org/
http://www.on.ec.gc.ca/community/GAGL/virtualSchool.html?lang=e
Great Art for Great Lakes Open in a new browser window
   Examines the environmental importance of the Great Lakes, the species that inhabit them, their climate and atmosphere, and the waters themselves.
   http://www.on.ec.gc.ca/community/GAGL/virtualSchool.html?lang=e
http://www.on.ec.gc.ca/greatlakeskids/glk-video-e.html
Great Lakes Kids: Videos Open in a new browser window
   Offers two downloadable videos from Environment Canada, one on protecting wildlife and one on protecting water.
   http://www.on.ec.gc.ca/greatlakeskids/glk-video-e.html
http://www.greenscreen.org/
GreenScreen - The Global Habitat Project Open in a new browser window
   Environmental education by kids for kids.
   http://www.greenscreen.org/
http://www.hww.ca/
Hinterland Who's Who Open in a new browser window
   Descriptions of Canadian wildlife, and how you can help preserve it. Includes details of endangered species and habitats, photographs, and movies.
   http://www.hww.ca/
http://www.amnh.org/nationalcenter/it_takes_all_kinds/index.html
It Takes All Kinds to Make a World Open in a new browser window
   From the American Museum of Natural History, a definition, virtual tours in different locations, tips for helping, and a reading list.
   http://www.amnh.org/nationalcenter/it_takes_all_kinds/index.html
http://www.pbs.org/edens
Living Edens Open in a new browser window
   Learn about this wildlife sanctuaries all over the work, including information on the animals.
   http://www.pbs.org/edens
http://research.amnh.org/biodiversity/center/living/intro/
Living With Biodiversity Open in a new browser window
   The American Museum of Natural History provides illustrated guides to help everyone make a difference. They explain the relationship between biodiversity and the food, water, and energy used every day.
   http://research.amnh.org/biodiversity/center/living/intro/
http://www.mangoverde.com/birdsound/
Mangoverde World Bird Guide Open in a new browser window
   Volunteer project to help protect birds and their habitats. Includes sounds, photos, and videos on over 4,300 species.
   http://www.mangoverde.com/birdsound/
http://www.redpath-museum.mcgill.ca/
Quebec Biodiversity Open in a new browser window
   Describes current research and conservation programs, with images, maps, and lists of the species and habitats being studied.
   http://www.redpath-museum.mcgill.ca/
http://www.rarespecies.org/kids/index.htm
Rare Species Conservatory - Just For Kids Open in a new browser window
   A site where kids can learn about the amazing diversity of nature and find educational games, puzzles, projects and downloads.
   http://www.rarespecies.org/kids/index.htm
http://www.fws.gov/saltplains/just4kids.html
Salt Plains NWR: Just 4 Kids Page Open in a new browser window
   Learn what is being done to conserve and protect wildlife and habitats in Texas, Oklahoma, Arizona, and New Mexico.
   http://www.fws.gov/saltplains/just4kids.html
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/
Threatened Species Open in a new browser window
   Illustrated fact sheets about Australian plants and animals which are at risk of extinction. Includes updates about conservation measures.
   http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/
http://www.fws.gov/endangered/kids/
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: Kids Corner Open in a new browser window
   Information about how loss of habitat can lead to a decline in biodiversity. Includes a slideshow, FAQs, species spotlights and details of how kids can help.
   http://www.fws.gov/endangered/kids/
http://www.vivanatura.org/
Viva Natura Open in a new browser window
   Mexican biodiversity is shown through photos, videos, sounds, and maps of animals, plants and ecosystems. Includes information on conservation programs.
   http://www.vivanatura.org/
http://www.worldwildlife.org/
WWF Open in a new browser window
   Learn about endangered wildlife conditions, habitat conservation projects, and ecoregions around the world. Page includes species density maps and animal photo galleries.
   http://www.worldwildlife.org/
http://www.viterbo.edu/academic/ug/education/edu250/lloyd/WETLANDS%20WEBPAGE.html
Wetlands Open in a new browser window
   Includes definitions, types, habitat, benefits, literature, locations, careers, and ideas about how to save wetlands.
   http://www.viterbo.edu/academic/ug/education/edu250/lloyd/WETLANDS%20WEBPAGE.html
http://www.wild-russia.org/html/tour.htm
Wild Russia Tour Open in a new browser window
   Interactive map of the bioregions of Russia, covering forests, mountains, and freshwater ecosystems. Each region has photographs and conservation data.
   http://www.wild-russia.org/html/tour.htm
http://stort.unep-wcmc.org/imaps/gb2002/book/viewer.htm
World Atlas of Biodiversity Open in a new browser window
   Interactive map shows endangered habitats, birds and animals. Includes explanatory notes.
   http://stort.unep-wcmc.org/imaps/gb2002/book/viewer.htm

Last Updated: 2007-09-27 17:21:10