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Protecting Species | Initiatives | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
From elephants to polar bears, WWF fights to secure a future for animals on the planet we all share. WWF helped bring back the Amur tiger and Africa’s black rhinos from the edge of extinction. We are giving isolated, dwindling populations of black-footed ferrets and river dolphins a second chance.
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World Wildlife Fund is committed to endangered species protection. See how we are ensuring that the world our children inherit will be home to the same species we enjoy today.
Vaquita | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
The vaquita is the most endangered cetacean in the world. With as few as around 10 left, the species will become extinct without a fully enforced gillnet ban throughout their entire habitat. WWF is urgently working to ensure they can live and thrive in their natural habitat.
Tiger | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
After a century of decline, tiger numbers are on the rise. About 4,500 tigers remain in the wild, but much more work is needed to protect this species that’s still vulnerable to extinction.
Whale Shark | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
Make a symbolic whale shark adoption to help save some of the world's most endangered animals from extinction and support WWF's conservation efforts.
Giant Panda | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
The giant panda is the rarest member of the bear family and among the world’s most threatened animals. Learn about WWF's giant panda conservation efforts.
Wildlife Conservation | Initiatives | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
We’ve seen an average decline of 69% in species populations since 1970, according to WWF's Living Planet Report 2022. And the impacts will reach far beyond the potential cultural loss of iconic species like tigers, rhinos, and whales. The good news is we’ve also seen what’s working.
Sea Turtle | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
Three species of sea turtle are now classified as endangered, with two of those being critically endangered. WWF is committed to stopping the decline of sea turtles and works for the recovery of the species.