National Endangered Species Day 2021: 12 of the Most Endangered Animals in the World
Hundreds of thousands of animals around the world are threatened by human action and climate change and are in need of protection and conservation efforts. Join us as we take a look at the top 10 most endangered animals in the world in 2024, according to WWF.—10 of the World’s Most Endangered Animals in 20241. Amur LeopardFirst on the list of the world’s most endangered animals in 2022 is the amur leopard. Between 2014 and 2015, only around 92 individuals were left in their natural range. This number is now estimated to be around 84. They are extremely vulnerable to poachers, who kill them for their coats and bones, the latter of which is sold for use in traditional Asian medicine. They are at risk of habitat loss due to natural and man-made fires. Climate change is also leading to a decrease in prey availability.2. RhinoRhinos are one of the most poached animals on the planet. Their horns are used in traditional Chinese medicine and displayed as a symbol and demonstration of wealth. A...