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Panda Populations Are Growing, But Their Habitat Remains at Risk
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What threatens panda habitats? Learn about infrastructure and livestock grazing in this HowStuffWorks article.
Red Pandas Are Not the Lesser Pandas
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Unfortunately, only 10,000 red pandas are left in the wild. HowStuffWorks looks at what makes them so adorable, and what's threatening their habitats.
Philippine Eagle: The Bird That Lays 1 Egg Every 2 Years
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The Philippine eagle is one of the rarest birds and largest eagles in the world. These animals may be top predators, but they are critically endangered due to habitat loss.
The Eastern Lowland Gorilla Is the World's Biggest Gorilla
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The Eastern lowland gorilla, scientifically known as Gorilla beringei graueri, is a subspecies of eastern gorilla that inhabits the lush tropical rainforests of the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
African Wild Dog: Not the Hyena You Think It Is
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The African wild dog is one of the world's rarest mammals. At a glance, people unfamiliar with the species misidentify it as a hyena. While both animals are spotted, the African wild dog has round ears and longer legs than hyenas.
Critically Endangered African Forest Elephant Is a Big Gardener
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In the dense rainforests of central Africa, a majestic creature roams. The African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) — smaller than their cousins, the African savanna elephants — holds a vital role in the delicate balance of its tropical habitat.
The Malayan Tiger, a Critically Endangered Species
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The Malayan tiger, scientifically known as Panthera tigris jacksoni, is a critically endangered tiger subspecies native to the Malay Peninsula (particularly the southern and central regions). With a population estimated to include fewer than 150 individuals, the these wild tigers of Southeast Asia are on the brink of extinction.
The Eastern Indigo Snake Lives in Gopher Tortoise Burrows
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The eastern indigo snake takes advantage of a unique shelter that provides much-needed protection to the endangered species and its young.
Yangtze Finless Porpoise: The World's Only Freshwater Porpoise
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The Yangtze River, known as the longest river in Asia, is not only a vital waterway but also a critical habitat for various species. One such species is the Yangtze finless porpoise, the world's one and only species of freshwater porpoise.
Can You Match the Animal to the Country?
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Have a crack at this animal-country identification challenge! Score big by specifying the nation associated with the treasured animals depicted in the imagery. Learn why national critters are so highly regarded. Increase your species-specific knowledge right now!