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http://www.arkive.org/
ARKive Open in a new browser window
   Presentation of animals and fungi that may become extinct in the wild, without help. Includes a photo gallery of those under threat.
   http://www.arkive.org/
http://www.animalinfo.org/
Animal Information Open in a new browser window
   Biology, ecology, habitat, and status of rare, threatened, and endangered species of mammals and information in their native countries. Topics of interest are biodiversity, ecosystems, population, and land use.
   http://www.animalinfo.org/
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/lungfish.html
Australian Lungfish (Neoceratodus forsteri) Open in a new browser window
   Explains where the Australian Lungfish lives, why it is threatened, and the current laws that protect it.
   http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/lungfish.html
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/painted-snipe.html
Australian Painted Snipe (Rostratula australis) Open in a new browser window
   Tells where the Australian Painted Snipe lives, why it is threatened, and the current laws that protect it.
   http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/painted-snipe.html
http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/animals/conservation/articles/
BBC: Animal Conservation Open in a new browser window
   A collection of articles about animals which are at risk of disappearing. Each article is illustrated, and describes the animal and its habitat in detail.
   http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/animals/conservation/articles/
http://www.bagheera.com/
Bagheera Endangered Species Open in a new browser window
   Learn about animals that are vanishing and species which have already become extinct. Explore the factors that threaten creatures around the world, and find out what can be done to improve their chances of survival.
   http://www.bagheera.com/
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/bilby.html
Bilby (Macrotis lagotis) Open in a new browser window
   Includes topics such as where is it found what are its threats, and what is happening to it.
   http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/bilby.html
http://www.brownteal.com/site/
Brownteal.com Open in a new browser window
   Explores the challenges facing New Zealand's Brown Teal. Includes factsheets, interactive simulations, information on their decline, and steps the average person can take to help save these beautiful birds from extinction.
   http://www.brownteal.com/site/
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/tsd05dibbler.html
Dibbler (Parantechinus Apicalis) Open in a new browser window
   Has a picture of what this marsupial mouse looks like, where it lives, and what it eats.
   http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/tsd05dibbler.html
http://www.dragonsearch.asn.au/
Dragon Search Open in a new browser window
   Information about the rare seadragon, with photographs, video, and a survey of sightings in Australian waters.
   http://www.dragonsearch.asn.au/
http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/caer/ce/eek/earth/endangered.htm
EEK! Our Earth: Threatened and Endangered Species Open in a new browser window
   Illustrated facts, figures, and descriptions about many animals and birds.
   http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/caer/ce/eek/earth/endangered.htm
http://www.ecokids.ca/pub/eco_info/browse_topics/wildlife.cfm
EcoKids: Wildlife Open in a new browser window
   Learn about endangered amphibians, birds, insects, mammals, plants, and underwater creatures. Wildlife word games, colouring sheets, and activities.
   http://www.ecokids.ca/pub/eco_info/browse_topics/wildlife.cfm
http://www.endangeredearth.com/
Endangered Earth Open in a new browser window
   Describes the plight of endangered animals around the world.
   http://www.endangeredearth.com/
http://training.fws.gov/deo/endang/sml/sld01.html
Endangered Means There's Still Time Open in a new browser window
   Slideshow tells how animals become endangered and extinct, and what needs to be done to help keep them around.
   http://training.fws.gov/deo/endang/sml/sld01.html
http://library.thinkquest.org/5736/
Endangered New Jersey Open in a new browser window
   Information on endangered species and specifically on the endangered and threatened species of New Jersey. A Thinkquest Junior site.
   http://library.thinkquest.org/5736/
http://www.endangeredspecie.com/
Endangered Species Open in a new browser window
   Learn what causes this, reasons for saving these animals, ways to help, photo gallery, and concerned organizations. Includes a United States map that shows which creatures are in danger of becoming extinct in the near future.
   http://www.endangeredspecie.com/
http://library.thinkquest.org/25014/
Endangered Species 2000 Open in a new browser window
   Provides information about the causes for extinction, facts about certain animals, and a media gallery of rare wildlife.
   http://library.thinkquest.org/25014/
http://www.fws.gov/endangered/kids/pdf/2004coloring_book.pdf
Endangered Species Coloring Book Open in a new browser window
   Learn about many species that are threatened, including where they live, what they eat, and how they are protected.
   http://www.fws.gov/endangered/kids/pdf/2004coloring_book.pdf
http://www.epa.gov/espp/coloring/
Endangered Species Picture Book Open in a new browser window
   Tells what endangered species are and looks at some of the factors that threaten their existence. Also provides printable coloring pages that tell about 20 endangered creatures.
   http://www.epa.gov/espp/coloring/
http://www.endangeredtv.com/
Endangered TV Open in a new browser window
   Video clips depict the plights of animals that are at risk. Requires Windows Media Player.
   http://www.endangeredtv.com/
http://www.amnh.org/nationalcenter/Endangered/
Expedition : Endangered Open in a new browser window
   From the American Museum of Natural History. An interactive guide about endangered species.
   http://www.amnh.org/nationalcenter/Endangered/
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/tsd05flatback-turtle.html
Flatback Turtle (Natator Depressus) Open in a new browser window
   Includes a fact sheet, and why the feral pigs are a threat.
   http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/tsd05flatback-turtle.html
http://www.frogsaustralia.net.au/conservation/frog-declines.cfm
Frog Declines Open in a new browser window
   Frog populations are declining in Australia and around the world. Find out more about why this is happening and what frogs are at risk. Includes detailed and illustrated fact sheets on each of the species.
   http://www.frogsaustralia.net.au/conservation/frog-declines.cfm
http://nationalzoo.si.edu/Education/ConservationCentral/challenge/default.cfm
Habitat Adventure: Panda Challenge Open in a new browser window
   Interactive multimedia game to create a forest habitat for endangered species. Involves using virtual binoculars and cameras, as well as online identification of sounds and animal tracks.
   http://nationalzoo.si.edu/Education/ConservationCentral/challenge/default.cfm
http://www.redlist.org/
IUCN Red List of Threatened Species Open in a new browser window
   Provides a list of animals that are endangered and tells how they are being threatened.
   http://www.redlist.org/
http://www.snowleopard.org/catfactsclassroom/catfacts
International Snow Leopard Trust Open in a new browser window
   Learn about these big cats, where they live, and how they need help to survive. Play games, take a quiz, or see photos.
   http://www.snowleopard.org/catfactsclassroom/catfacts
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/tsd05julia-creek-dunnart.html
Julia Creek Dunnart Sminthopsis Douglasi Open in a new browser window
   A few pictures, fact sheet, and how you can help.
   http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/tsd05julia-creek-dunnart.html
http://www.kidsplanet.org/factsheets/map.html
Kids' Planet: Especies Fact Sheets Open in a new browser window
   Explains the "Endangered Species Act" and how it is designed to protect certain species from extinction. Animals are listed by continent, with description, habitat, and specific environmental threats.
   http://www.kidsplanet.org/factsheets/map.html
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/tsd05mountain-pygmy-possum.html
Mountain Pygmy-possum (Burramys Parvus) Open in a new browser window
   Picture of the animal and habitat, conservation status, and why the blackberry is a major threat.
   http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/tsd05mountain-pygmy-possum.html
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/murray-cod.html
Murray Cod (Maccullochella peelii peelii) Open in a new browser window
   Tells where the Murray Cod lives, why it is threatened, and the current laws that protect it.
   http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/murray-cod.html
http://www.nwf.org/nationalwildlife/article.cfm?articleId=854
National Wildlife Magazine: Poisoning the Imperiled Open in a new browser window
   Article explains how pesticides threaten animals and plants which are already vulnerable. Learn about the ways that chemicals are harmful, how they affect many areas, and what needs to be done.
   http://www.nwf.org/nationalwildlife/article.cfm?articleId=854
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/tsd05northern-quoll.html
Northern Quoll (Dasyurus Hallucatus) Open in a new browser window
   Includes what this marsupial looks like, its major threats, and what is being done.
   http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/tsd05northern-quoll.html
http://www.afcd.gov.hk/english/conservation/con_end/con_end.html
Protect Endangered Species Open in a new browser window
   Play games and learn about endangered species. From the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department of Hong Kong. (In Chinese and English)
   http://www.afcd.gov.hk/english/conservation/con_end/con_end.html
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/round-island-petrel.html
Round Island Petrel (Pterodroma arminjoniana) Open in a new browser window
   Tells what it is, where it's found, and why it's threatened.
   http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/round-island-petrel.html
http://www.savethealbatross.net/
Save the Albatross Open in a new browser window
   Learn about these seabirds, why they are threatened, and what is being done to help. Includes latest campaign news and diaries from some of the people trying to help.
   http://www.savethealbatross.net/
http://www.ifaw.org/ifaw/dfiles/file_170.pdf
Saving the Tibetan Antelope from Extinction Open in a new browser window
   An illustrated fact sheet from the International Fund for Animal Welfare explains what is being done, and how people can help.
   http://www.ifaw.org/ifaw/dfiles/file_170.pdf
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/tsd05superb-parrot.html
Superb Parrot (Polytelis Swainsonii) Open in a new browser window
   Has information on its conservation status, where it lives, and what it looks like.
   http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/publications/tsd05superb-parrot.html
http://www.thewildones.org/
The Wild Ones Open in a new browser window
   Introduces the animals that are at risk and the people who are working to help them. Also features related student work. In English, Spanish and Portuguese.
   http://www.thewildones.org/
http://www.worldwildlife.org/fun/index.cfm
WWF Fun and Games Open in a new browser window
   Information and activities related to wildlife and endangered species.
   http://www.worldwildlife.org/fun/index.cfm
http://www.worldwildlife.org/endangered/index.cfm
WWF: Endangered Species Open in a new browser window
   Explores the challenges facing tigers, pandas, rhinos, whales, other species. Includes factsheets, information on illegal wildlife trade, and information about steps the average person can take help save these creatures.
   http://www.worldwildlife.org/endangered/index.cfm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/4153726.stm
Web trade threat to rare species Open in a new browser window
   A news report from the BBC shows how the illegal trade of animals takes place over the internet.
   http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/4153726.stm
http://www.ifaw.org/ifaw/dfiles/file_466.pdf
What Are You Really Bringing Back With You? Open in a new browser window
   Download and print an illustrated leaflet showing how some holiday souvenirs support the illegal trade in rare species. Includes tips on how to have a wildlife-friendly vacation.
   http://www.ifaw.org/ifaw/dfiles/file_466.pdf
http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Kids/Wildtimes_issues/Wildtimes_issue2.pdf
Wild Times: Here Today - Gone Tomorrow Open in a new browser window
   Explains why species become endangered. Includes biodiversity, management techniques, and New Hampshire species that are threatened or endangered.
   http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Kids/Wildtimes_issues/Wildtimes_issue2.pdf
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/ngkids/9902/crime-busters/index.html
Wildlife Crimebusters Open in a new browser window
   Find out how supersleuth scientists gather evidence to help solve crimes against animals. From National Geographic World.
   http://www.nationalgeographic.com/ngkids/9902/crime-busters/index.html
http://www.nhm.ac.uk/visit-us/whats-on/temporary-exhibitions/wpy/gallery/image.jsp?image=3468
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Open in a new browser window
   The annual Gerald Durrell Award for Endangered Wildlife features the work of amateur photographers in capturing photos of animals that are at risk of extinction.
   http://www.nhm.ac.uk/visit-us/whats-on/temporary-exhibitions/wpy/gallery/image.jsp?image=3468
http://library.thinkquest.org/19689/data/menu.html
World Endangered Species Open in a new browser window
   Facts, photos, and slide shows about the creatures that are disappearing from Planet Earth.
   http://library.thinkquest.org/19689/data/menu.html

Last Updated: 2007-06-04 10:36:33