Endangered Mammals
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Ivory Poaching: History, Causes, Impacts, and Global Solutions
1. Historical Background: The Rise of the Ivory Trade Ancient and Colonial Origins Ivory has been coveted since antiquity—used for religious artifacts, decorative art, tools, piano keys, and billiard balls.…
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The African Forest Elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis): A Comprehensive Guide to Their Origin, Status, and Conservation
Introduction The African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) is one of the most enigmatic and endangered megafauna species on Earth. Smaller than their savanna counterparts, these elusive giants play a crucial…
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Orangutans of Sumatra: Deep Dive into the Sumatran and Tapanuli Orangutans
Introduction Orangutans are the only great apes native to Asia, and within Sumatra two critically endangered species exist: the Sumatran orangutan (Pongo abelii) and the recently recognized Tapanuli orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis).…
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Vaquita (Phocoena sinus): The World’s Most Endangered Marine Mammal
Introduction Hidden in the silvery waters of Mexico’s Gulf of California lives the world’s rarest and most endangered marine mammal: the Vaquita (Phocoena sinus). With fewer than 10 individuals believed…
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Why Are Pink Dolphins Endangered? A Deep Dive Into Their Origin, Anatomy, Habitat & Threats
Pink dolphins—often referred to as Amazon river dolphins or Inia geoffrensis—are some of the most mesmerizing creatures inhabiting our planet’s freshwater ecosystems. Their unique coloration and enigmatic presence have sparked…
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Bacuya: The Javan Rhino
The Javan rhino, scientifically known as Rhinoceros sondaicus, is one of the rarest large mammals on Earth. This species, often referred to as Bacuya in local dialects, symbolizes the delicate…
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