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Masafuera rayadito [SEP] IUCN conservation status

austral winter). Masafuera rayaditos travel in pairs while feeding on arthropods; feeding occurs in the wood understory and occasionally on the ground in the leaf-litter. Nesting occurs at high altitudes (above 1200 m), in small natural crevices in rocks. The Masafuera rayadito is a critically endangered species. The species once occurred on surveys of the species in the 1980s found between 500-1000 birds but by 1992 that had dropped to 200 and by 2002 only 140. The species is threatened by introduced species

Masafuera rayadito The Masafuera rayadito ("Aphrastura masafuerae") is a rare bird endemic to Alejandro Selkirk Island ("Isla Más Afuera", Outermost Island) in the Juan Fernández Islands. The species is a member of the ovenbird family and only one of two species in the rayadito genus. The species' natural habitat is humid montane scrub, dominated by tree ferns ("Dicksonia externa") and ferns ("Lophosoria quadripinnata") between 800–1300 m above sea level (though they will descend lower during the

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Mechow's mole-rat [SEP] IUCN conservation status

's mole-rat is a colonial species and lives in groups of between two and twenty or more individuals. Mole-rats are adapted for life underground and have cylindrical bodies, small eyes and large incisors which they use for digging. The tunnelling activities are mostly for foraging purposes as they search for the roots and tubers that form their diet. Status. The International Union for Conservation of Nature has assessed the conservation status of Mechow's mole-rat as being of "least concern". It has a wide

Mechow's mole-rat Mechow's mole-rat ("Fukomys mechowii" ) is a species of rodent in the family Bathyergidae. It is found in Angola, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia, and possibly Malawi. Its natural habitats are moist savanna, subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland. This mole-rat was first described by the German naturalist Wilhelm Peters in 1881. The specific epithet honours the Prussian explorer and naturalist Friedrich Wilhelm Alexander von Mechow. Distribution and

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Mekong giant catfish [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Mekong giant catfish The Mekong giant catfish ("Pangasianodon gigas"; , , ; /"trəy riec"/; ), is a large, critically endangered species of catfish (order Siluriformes) in the shark catfish family (Pangasiidae), native to the Mekong basin in Southeast Asia and adjacent China. It is considered Critically Endangered due to accelerating habitat loss. Description. Grey to white in colour and lacking stripes, the Mekong giant catfish is distinguished from other large catfish species in the river by the near-total lack

giant catfish are toothless herbivores who lives off of the plants and algae in the river. The fish have been studied (inside the stomach linings) to feed on zooplankton and phytoplankton. Conservation. Endemic to the lower half of the Mekong River, this catfish is in danger of extinction due to overfishing, as well as the decrease in water quality due to development and upstream damming. A 2018 study suggests that the Mekong stocks could fall up to 40% as the result of dam projects. The current IUCN Red

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Mesonoemacheilus herrei [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Mesonoemacheilus herrei Mesonoemacheilus herrei is a critically endangered fish described by Teodor T. Nalbant and Banarescu in 1982. It is endemic to India and is currently only recorded within the Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park in Tamil Nadu.

Mesonoemacheilus Mesonoemacheilus is a genus of stone loach endemic to India. Species. There are currently eight recognized species in this genus: - "Mesonoemacheilus guentheri" - "Mesonoemacheilus herrei" - "Mesonoemacheilus menoni" (species inquirenda) - "Mesonoemacheilus pambarensis" - "Mesonoemacheilus petrubanarescui" - "Mesonoemacheilus pulchellus" - "Mesonoemacheilus remadevii" - "Mesonoemacheilus triangularis"

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Mexican cottontail [SEP] IUCN conservation status

include red foxes, coyotes, the long-tailed weasel, feral dogs, the great horned owl, and the red-tailed hawk. Status. The Mexican cottontail is common over its range and is classified by the IUCN in its Red List of Threatened Species as being of least concern. It is present in the La Malinche National Park at densities of about 27 individuals per square kilometer. Despite this, its numbers may be dwindling in areas where it is hunted and in others where its habitat is being degraded

rabbit lives amongst the undergrowth where it makes runways and burrows under objects such as rocks. It is a mainly nocturnal mammal. Status and conservation. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, the Omilteme cottontail is data deficient. The major threats to the survival of this species are poaching and habitat destruction caused by deforestation. This rabbit went unreported in the wild from the early 1900s to the 1990s; however, two specimens were captured in 1998, confirming that the species was still extant. The rabbit

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Mexican golden trout [SEP] IUCN conservation status

and hardwoods. Status and threats. Due to their small range and highly sensitive, isolated habitat, Mexican golden trout are considered vulnerable. The biggest threats are human development and the possibility of competition/interbreeding with introduced rainbow trout. Economic benefits. The scenic area and rugged mountainous landscape have started a budding tourism industry for this area. Being able to conserve and promote the sustainable harvesting of these native trout can help the people of the area as well as the Golden Trout. Setting up regulations on the

of the Ontario population of the northern dusky salamander. The species is also threatened through the introduction of predatory fish, such as Brook Trout. Conservation Conservation status. The northern dusky salamander is listed as endangered in Ontario and is declining in many parts of the United States yet some populations remain stable. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists its global status as Least Concern. In the province of Ontario, where the status of the Carolinian population of the northern dusky salamander is listed as Endangered,

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Miconia vesca [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Miconia vesca Miconia vesca is a species of plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is endemic to Ecuador. Miconia vesca is considered an endangered species due to habitat destruction.

"Miconia sodiroi" - "Miconia sparrei" - "Miconia staminea" - "Miconia stenophylla" - "Miconia stenostachya" - "Miconia suborbicularis" - "Miconia subvernicosa" - "Miconia superba" - "Miconia tephrodes" - "Miconia theaezans" - "Miconia tomentosa" - "Miconia tristis" - "Miconia urophylla" - "Miconia vesca" - "Miconia villonacensis" - "Miconia willdenowii" - "Miconia zamorensis"

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Mikado pheasant [SEP] IUCN conservation status

days to hatch) and the nurture of fledglings, once they are born. The young are usually independent by six months the latest. Status and conservation. There are some Mikado pheasants bred in captivity, but there are only about 10,000 individuals in the wild, particularly in the Yushan National Park. Heavy hunting pressure was a problem in the past, but is not a serious threat today. The Mikado pheasant is evaluated as near threatened on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. It is listed on Appendix I

nest sites and are highly pugnacious during the reproductive cycle. Status and conservation. Due to ongoing habitat loss, small population size and limited range as well as hunting and capture for trade, the Palawan peacock-pheasant is classified as Vulnerable in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. It is listed on Appendix I of CITES. References. References Works cited. - Dickinson, E. C. (2001): The correct scientific name of the Palawan Peacock-Pheasant is "Polyplectron napoleonis" (Lesson,

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Millepora boschmai [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Millepora boschmai Millepora boschmai is a critically endangered species of fire coral. It was previously catalogued in two protected areas in Panama, the Coiba National Park and the Golfo de Chiriquí National Park.

corals are often deliberately smashed and fishes hiding amongst the branches are ‘shaken out’ into plastic bags. Fire corals are listed on Appendix II of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). Species. Fifteen species of "Millepora" are currently recognised: - "Millepora alcicornis" - "Millepora boschmai" - "Millepora braziliensis" - "Millepora complanata" - "Millepora dichotoma" - "Millepora exaesa" - "Millepora foveolata" - "

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Mindanao horned frog [SEP] IUCN conservation status

trade winds" which bring little rainfall, making it harder for the frog to find suitably wet places to breed. Diet. The Mindanao horned frog's diet is affected by its homeland in the forests of Mindanao. It will eat most of the insects found in Mindanao, it will also consume snails, spiders, worms, and occasionally frogs that are smaller than itself. Threats. The Mindanao horned frog is currently listed as vulnerable on the endangered species scale because its distribution is rather fragmented; it covers

Mindanao horned frog The Mindanao horned frog or Southeast Asian horned toad ("Megophrys stejnegeri") is a species of amphibian in the family Megophryidae. It is endemic to the Philippines. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, rivers, and intermittent rivers. It is threatened by habitat loss. Habitat. The Mindanao horned frog is only found on the island of Mindanao in the Philippines. It is mostly found near a fresh water supply when it can

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Miniopterus griveaudi [SEP] IUCN conservation status

the association of these data with any of the species now recognized uncertain; however, species of "Miniopterus" generally feed on insects. "Miniopterus griveaudi" was assessed as "Data Deficient" on the IUCN Red List in 2008, but the account predates the recognition of the species on Anjouan and Madagascar. "Miniopterus griveaudi" is known from altitude on Grande Comore and on Anjouan. In the Comoros, it roosts in caves, both lava tubes and shallower structures; it was found to share one cave on Grande

his collaborators decided conservatively to keep "M. manavi" as a single species, recommending reassessment of the status of those forms as new material would become available. In the 2000s, molecular studies helped clarify the systematics of "Miniopterus". In 2007, Javier Juste and colleagues, using sequences of the mitochondrial cytochrome "b" gene, found that bats from Madagascar ("M. manavi"), Grande Comore ("M. manavi griveaudi") and São Tomé ("M. minor newtoni";

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Monte Cristo arboreal alligator lizard [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Monte Cristo arboreal alligator lizard The Monte Cristo arboreal alligator lizard ("Abronia montecristoi" ) is an endangered species of lizard in the family Anguidae. The species is distributed in the cloud forests of El Salvador as well as Honduras. This species is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List Etymology. The specific name, "montecristoi", refers to the type locality, ""Hacienda Montecristo" ". Characteristics. While there is not much known about "A. montecristoi", and described the

Anzuetoi arboreal alligator lizard Anzueto's arboreal alligator lizard (Abronia anzuetoi ) is a species of lizards in the family Anguidae. The species is endemic to Volcán de Agua in Guatemala. Etymology. The specific name, "anzuetoi" is in honor of Guatemalan naturalist Roderico Anzueto, who collected the holotype. Conservation status. The extent of occurrence of "A. anzuetoi" is approximately 24 km (9.3 mi), and thus the species is considered Vulnerable by the IUCN. Anthropogenic impact is minimized

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Mormyrus macrocephalus [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Mormyrus macrocephalus Mormyrus macrocephalus is a species of fish in the Mormyridae family. Information. The average length of the Mormyrus macrocephalus is about 32 centimeters or 12 inches. The Mormyrus macrocephalus is recorded to be of least concern to being an endangered species with no threat to its population to be identified, and there are not any conservation actions happening to help conserve the species. Location. It is endemic to Uganda. Its natural habitats are rivers and freshwater lakes. The Mormyrus macrocephalus can be found in the

areas of Uganda in the lakes of Kyoga and Kwania, the Victoria Nile, and the dams in the Teso district. They occupy freshwater environments. Notes. - Twongo, T.K. 2005. Mormyrus macrocephalus. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 4 August 2007.

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Murray crayfish [SEP] IUCN conservation status

sedimentation. Murray crayfish are listed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List, as vulnerable in the Australian Capital Territory, and as endangered in South Australia. External links. - Murray Crayfish ("Euastacus armatus") video on Youtube

Cambarus elkensis Cambarus elkensis, the elk river crayfish, is a species of crayfish in the family Cambaridae. It is found in North America. The IUCN conservation status of "Cambarus elkensis" is "VU", vulnerable. The species faces a high risk of endangerment in the medium term. The IUCN status was reviewed in 2010.

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Murray hardyhead [SEP] IUCN conservation status

few recent records of Murray hardyheads from NSW. The main threat to remaining populations is increasing salinity and lack of water. Murray hardyheads are now listed as an endangered species in NSW and threatened in Victoria. There are heavy penalties for harming, possessing, buying, or selling them. External links. - Fishes of Australia : "Craterocephalus fluviatilis"

Murray hardyhead The Murray hardyhead ("Craterocephalus fluviatilis") is a species of fish in the Atherinidae family endemic to inland parts of south-eastern Australia. The fish is an omnivore, feeding on small crustaceans, aquatic insects and algae. Conservation. The fish was once widespread and abundant in the Murray and Murrumbidgee River systems in southern NSW and northern Victoria. However, they have suffered a serious population decline and now seem to be limited to a few sites, mainly in northern Victoria. There are very

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Nauru reed warbler [SEP] IUCN conservation status

by introduced predators and habitat loss, and its small range means that it could be vulnerable to chance occurrences, such as tropical cyclones. Reports of a similar warbler from nearby islands suggest that it might previously have been found elsewhere, but was driven to local extinction by introduced cats. Taxonomy and systematics. Otto Finsch was the first naturalist to visit the island of Nauru, stopping for six hours on 24 July 1880 while travelling from the Marshall Islands to the Solomon Islands. His 1881 report included a warbler he initially

pairing for life. The African reed warbler is usually seen alone or in pairs, moving through vegetation and clambering up and down plant stems. It eats insects and other small invertebrates. Conservation status. This common species has a large range and the population size is believed to be large. The species is not believed to approach the thresholds for the population decline criterion of the IUCN Red List (i.e. declining more than 30% in ten years or three generations). For these reasons, the species is evaluated

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New Caledonia catshark [SEP] IUCN conservation status

New Caledonia catshark The New Caledonia catshark or Kanakorum catshark ("Aulohalaelurus kanakorum") is a catshark of the family Scyliorhinidae in the order Carcharhiniformes, known only from one specimen collected near southwestern New Caledonia in the western central Pacific Ocean. The holotype measured . The New Caledonia catshark is a rare and vulnerable inshore catshark found around coral reefs.

Garrick's catshark Garrick's catshark ("Apristurus garricki") is a species of shark in the Scyliorhinidae family found in the waters of New Zealand. Its natural habitat is the open seas. The new deep-water catshark, "Apristurus garricki", is described from the waters of northern New Zealand. This species is named in honour of Dr. Jack Garrick. Conservation status. The IUCN Red List classifies the Garrick's catshark as being of least concern. The New Zealand Department of Conservation has classified

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New England cottontail [SEP] IUCN conservation status

foxes ("Vulpes"), birds of prey ("Falconiformes"), coyotes ("Canis latrans"), and bobcats ("Lynx rufus"). To avoid predators, the New England cottontails run for cover; "freeze" and rely on their cryptic coloration; or, when running, follow a zig-zag pattern to confuse the predator. Because New England cottontail habitat is small and has less vegetative cover, they must forage more often in the open, leaving them vulnerable. Reproduction and

Tapeti The tapeti ("Sylvilagus brasiliensis"), also known as the Brazilian cottontail or forest cottontail, is a cottontail rabbit species. Its range extends from southern Mexico to northern Argentina. It is small to medium-sized with a small, dark tail, short hind feet, and short ears. The tapeti's conservation status is classified as "Least Concern" by the IUCN. Taxonomy. The species was first described scientifically by Carl Linnaeus in the 10th edition of Systema Naturae, published in 1753.

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Nicobar shrew [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Nicobar shrew The Nicobar shrew or Nicobar white-tailed shrew ("Crocidura nicobarica") is a critically endangered species of mammal in the family Soricidae. It is endemic to the Great Nicobar Island of India. Sources. - Chakraborty, S., Pradhan, M.S. & Subramanian, K.A. 2002. Crocidura nicobarica. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 30 July 2007.

Shrews of similar size have a gestation period around 21 days, but no definitive information on the ornate shrew is available. Human interactions. Human interactions Conservation status. The International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) lists the conservation status of the ornate shrew as "Least Concern". The rationale cited is the broad geographic range of distribution and a population stable enough that listing the animal as threatened would not be appropriate. However, they note that geographically restricted groups on the Baja Peninsula may be

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Nicrophorus americanus [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Nicrophorus americanus Nicrophorus americanus, also known as the American burying beetle or giant carrion beetle, is a critically endangered species of beetle endemic to North America. It belongs to the order Coleoptera and the family Silphidae. The carrion beetle in North America is carnivorous, feeds on carrion and requires carrion to breed. It is also one of the few species of beetle to exhibit parental care. The decline of the American burying beetle has been attributed to habitat loss, alteration, and degradation, and they now occur over less than

spp.), voles ("Microtus", "Clethrionomys", and "Phenocomys" spp.), snowshoe hares ("Lepus americanus"), and several species of squirrels. Bats and non-mammalian prey species are taken to a lesser extent, including birds (smaller owls, jays, woodpeckers, and various songbirds), amphibians, reptiles, and insects. Conservation. IUCN Red List status for the spotted owl is near threatened with a decreasing population trend. Many studies assessing the species'

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North American porcupine [SEP] IUCN conservation status

often hit by vehicles while crossing roads. Porcupines are infamous among backpackers and backpacking publications for their love of salt. More specifically, for eating road salt covered boots left outside of tents overnight. They have a similar reputation among forestry workers of all types for trying to eat their sweat soaked (and thus salty) gloves and the similarly sweat covered wood handles on tools. Porcupines and humans Conservation status. Globally, the North American porcupine is listed as a species of least concern. It is common throughout its range

Rothschild's porcupine Rothschild's porcupine, "Coendou rothschildi", is a species of rodent in the family Erethizontidae. It is usually considered endemic to Panama. A population in western Ecuador belongs either to this species or to "Coendou bicolor". Because of the confusion over its taxonomic status and because its ecology is little known, the IUCN has listed its conservation status as "data deficient". Taxonomy. "Mammal Species of the World" treats "Coendou rothschildi" as a valid species endemic to

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North American river otter [SEP] IUCN conservation status

may become so unless trade is closely controlled. The North American river otter is considered a species of least concern according to the IUCN Red List, as it is not currently declining at a rate sufficient for a threat category. By the early 1900s, North American river otter populations had declined throughout large portions of their historic range in North America. However, improvements in water quality (through enactment of clean water regulations) and furbearer management techniques have permitted river otters to regain portions of their range in many areas. Reintroduction

overlap. Furthermore, Defler observed associations between giant otters and the Amazon river dolphins, and suggested that dolphins may benefit by fish fleeing from the otters. The spectacled caiman is another potential competitor, but Duplaix found no conflict with the species in Suriname. Conservation status. The IUCN listed the giant otter as "endangered" in 1999; it had been considered "vulnerable" under all previous listings from 1982 when sufficient data had first become available. It is regulated internationally under Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade

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Nymphoides macrospermum [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Nymphoides macrospermum Nymphoides macrospermum is a critically endangered aquatic plant of the family Menyanthaceae endemic to Alwaye in Kerala, India. It is an annual herb which has been observed in paddy fields, lagoons and slowly flowing streams.

- "Nymphoides peltata" (S.G.Gmel.) Kuntze Asia: - "Nymphoides balakrishnanii" P.Biju, Josekutty, Haneef & Augustine - "Nymphoides coreana" (Léveille) Hara - "Nymphoides hastata" (Dop) Kerr - "Nymphoides hydrophylla" (Lour.) Kuntze - "Nymphoides krishnakesara" K.T.Joseph & Sivar. - "Nymphoides lungtanensis" S.P.Li, T.H.Hsieh & C.C.Lin - "Nymphoides macrospermum" Vasudevan - "Nymphoides siamensis" (Ostenf.) Kerr - "

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Nymphoides sivarajanii [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Nymphoides sivarajanii Nymphoides sivarajanii is a critically endangered aquatic plant of the family Menyanthaceae endemic to Chettipadi in Malappuram district in Kerala, India.

Nymphoides sivarajanii" K.T.Joseph - "Nymphoides tonkinensis" (Dop) P.H.Ho Asia and Australia: - "Nymphoides aurantiaca" (Dalzell) Kuntze - "Nymphoides parvifolia" (Wall.) Kuntze Australia: - "Nymphoides beaglensis" Aston - "Nymphoides crenata" (F.Muell.) Kuntze - "Nymphoides disperma" Aston - "Nymphoides elliptica" Aston - "Nymphoides exigua" (F.Muell.) Kuntze - "Nymphoides exiliflora" (F.Muell.) Kuntze - "

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Ogasawarana yoshiwarana [SEP] IUCN conservation status

places in the world not affected by anthropogenic forces or introduced non-native species. Perhaps the hand of natural selection plays a role in the specie's threatened status. Extinction. "Ogasawarana yoshiwarana" is listed as critically endangered in the "IUCN Red List of Threatened Species". Last record of this species is from 1902 by type description by Henry Augustus Pilsbry. The species is considered to be critically endangered. References. - This article incorporates public domain text from reference.

Ogasawarana yoshiwarana Ogasawarana yoshiwarana is a species of land snail with an operculum, a terrestrial gastropod mollusk in the family Helicinidae, the helicinids. Description. "Ogasawarana yoshiwarana" was originally described under the name "Helicina yoshiwarana" by American malacologist Henry Augustus Pilsbry in 1902. Pilsbry's original text (the type description) appeared in the key and it reads as follows: Pilsbry also distinguished two variants: - "H. yoshiwarana" var. "arata" - Upper surface strongly striate spirally.

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Olympic marmot [SEP] IUCN conservation status

bedding in burrows. It is preyed on by various terrestrial mammals and avian raptors, but its main predator today is the coyote. The Olympic marmot is rated a species of the least concern on the IUCN Red List. It is protected by law in the Olympic National Park, which contains most of its habitat. The burrows of this marmot are made in colonies, which are found in various mountain locations and differ in size. A colony may contain as few as one marmot family or multiple families with up to 40

effort and coverage of the Island. Suitable meadows are rare compared to nearby regions of the British Columbian mainland or the Olympic peninsula of Washington State; habitat scarceness is believed to be the primary reason for the rarity of this marmot species. Most marmots live above 1000 metres elevation in meadows that face south to west. It is believed that populations expanded during the 1980s, Some natural meadows may be kept clear of invading trees by snow-creep and periodic avalanches or fire. Conservation status. Causes of marmot population declines

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Orinoco crocodile [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Orinoco crocodile The Orinoco crocodile ("Crocodylus intermedius") is a critically endangered crocodile. Its population is very small and it can only be found in freshwater environments in Colombia and Venezuela, in particular the Orinoco river and its tributaries. Extensively hunted for their skins in the 19th and 20th centuries, this species is one of the most critically endangered species of crocodiles. It is a very large species of crocodilian and predator in the Americas. Males have been reported up to in the past, but such sizes do not

Adults have no predators except for humans and occasionally jaguars. Females have defended pods of juveniles for over three years, though closer to one year to independence is generally most common. A study of captive Orinoco crocodiles noted the aggressive behavior of adults while nesting and noted that the normally relatively docile crocodilians could not be approached while they were actively brooding. Without persecution, it is possible that Orinoco crocodiles may reach a lifespan of 70–80 years. Conservation status. The Orinoco crocodile is highly endangered due to excessive hunting for its

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Osteobrama neilli [SEP] IUCN conservation status

" is rated least concern by IUCN for endangerment.

Osteobrama neilli Osteobrama neilli is a species of ray-finned fish in the genus "Osteobrama". Overview. "Osteobrama neilli" is a small freshwater Minnow endemic to fast flowing clear streams and rivers in the Western Ghats in the states of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Fully growing to be no longer than 5 inches, the fish is inedible, and therefore only used as bait. Its appearance is a small silver colored minnow with black stripes perpendicular to its body. "Osteobrama neilli

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Pacifastacus fortis [SEP] IUCN conservation status

rivers, and feeds on the slime coating the rocks. The animal requires a constant, steady, and untainted flow of fresh water to survive. Conservation. "Pacifastacus fortis" is listed as a critically endangered species on the IUCN Red List, and an endangered species under the Endangered Species Act. It has always had a very small native range, and that range has been significantly fragmented by such human activities as damming, mining, and agriculture. The signal crayfish, a recently introduced species, has outcompeted "

Pacifastacus fortis Pacifastacus fortis (known as the Shasta crayfish or placid crayfish) is an endangered crayfish species endemic to Shasta County, California, where it is found only in isolated spots on the Pit River and Fall River Mills. Description and ecology. "P. fortis" is thick and stocky, with relatively heavy chelae. It is usually dark brown dorsally with bright orange areas on its underside. It grows about 2-4 inches long. It lives in cold, clear, rocky areas of the mountain

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Pallid sturgeon [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Pallid sturgeon The pallid sturgeon ("Scaphirhynchus albus") is an endangered species of ray-finned fish, endemic to the waters of the Missouri and lower Mississippi river basins of the United States. Named for its pale coloration, it is closely related to the relatively common shovelnose sturgeon ("Scaphirhynchus platorynchus"), but is much larger, averaging between in length and in weight at maturity. This species takes 15 years to mature and spawns infrequently, but can live up to a century. A member

to ensure the survival of this species, the rarity of self-sustaining populations of pallid sturgeon ensures that it will remain federally protected for many decades. Conservation Species preservation efforts. Two populations of pallid sturgeon in the Missouri and Yellowstone rivers of Montana are both at risk of extinction, and current projections are that wild pallid sturgeon populations in Montana will be extinct by 2018. Though a vigorous stocking effort was implemented in 1996, until pallid sturgeon females reach reproductive maturity sometime after they are 15 years of age, recovery

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Parapinnixa affinis [SEP] IUCN conservation status

but this record is doubtful. Conservation and ecology. "Parapinnixa affinis" was one of only two marine crustaceans to be included on the IUCN's list of endangered species in 1996, the other being the coconut crab. Many others have been added later. It lives commensally in the tubes of the polychaete worms "Terebella californica" and "Loimia". A bryozoan from the family Vesiculariidae is sometimes found on the legs of "P. affinis". Taxonomy. "Parapinnixa affinis" was first described

Parapinnixa affinis Parapinnixa affinis, the California Bay pea crab, is a species of pinnotherid crab endemic to Southern California. It is a small crab that lives commensally in the tube of a tube-dwelling worm. It was one of the first marine crustaceans to be included on the IUCN Red List in 1996. Description. "Parapinnixa affinis" is similar to other pea crabs of the genus "Parapinnixa", especially "P. nitida". It differs from "P. nitida" in the proportions of its carapace

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Parapsilorhynchus prateri [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Parapsilorhynchus prateri Parapsilorhynchus prateri, the "Deolali minnow", is a critically endangered species of cyprinid fish currently only known from the Darna River near Deolali in Nashik District, Maharashtra, India. It is possibly extinct as it has not been recorded since 2004.

Parapsilorhynchus Parapsilorhynchus is a genus of cyprinid fishes endemic to India. There are currently four described species in this genus. Species. - "Parapsilorhynchus discophorus" (Ratnagiri minnow) - "Parapsilorhynchus elongatus" - "Parapsilorhynchus prateri" (Deolali minnow) - "Parapsilorhynchus tentaculatus" (Khandalla minnow)

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Paretroplus dambabe [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Paretroplus dambabe Paretroplus dambabe is an endangered species of cichlid from the Mahavavy du Sud river basin, including Lake Kinkony, in northwestern Madagascar. It has declined drastically due to habitat loss, invasive species and over-fishing. This relatively large and deep-bodied "Paretroplus" reaches almost in length. Although collected as early as the 1960s, it was long confused with "P. petiti" and therefore only described as a species in 2002. In the aquarium. This tends to be an aggressive cichlid, especially

"P. tsimoly") and relatively deep-bodied species (all remaining). Species. There are currently 13 recognized species in this genus. Additionally, an undescribed species from the "P. damii"–"loisellei" species group is known from the Ankofia River basin in northwestern Madagascar. - "Paretroplus dambabe" - "Paretroplus damii" - "Paretroplus gymnopreopercularis" - "Paretroplus kieneri" - "Paretroplus lamenabe" (Big red cichlid) - "Paretroplus loisellei" - "Paretroplus maculatus

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Paretroplus loisellei [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Paretroplus loisellei Paretroplus loisellei is a vulnerable species of cichlid fish from the Mahanara River basin north of Sambava in northeastern Madagascar. Until its scientific description in 2011, this population was usually referred to as "Paretroplus" sp. nov. "Ventitry" or included in "P. damii", which it resembles. It reaches about in length, and is threatened by habitat loss and introduced species. The similar named "Ptychochromis loisellei" is also restricted to the Mahanara River basin. The specific name honours Paul V. Loiselle,

Ptychochromis loisellei Ptychochromis loisellei is a species of cichlid from the Mahanara River basin north of Sambava in northeastern Madagascar. It remains common within its small range, but it is threatened by habitat loss and introduced species. It reaches about . The similar named "Paretroplus loisellei" is also restricted to the Mahanara River basin. The specific name honours Paul V. Loiselle, Emeritus Curator of Freshwater Fishes at the New York Aquarium and a researcher in, and campaigner for the conservation of, the freshwater fish of Madagascar.

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Paretroplus maromandia [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Paretroplus maromandia Paretroplus maromandia is an endangered species of cichlid fish from fresh and brackish water in northwestern Madagascar, where known from the Maintsomalaza, Andranomalaza and Maevarano Rivers, and Lake Andrapongy. It has already been extirpated from the lake, and is threatened by habitat loss and invasive species. This relatively deep-bodied "Paretroplus" reaches in length.

" - "Paretroplus maromandia" - "Paretroplus menarambo" - "Paretroplus nourissati" - "Paretroplus petiti" - "Paretroplus polyactis" - "Paretroplus tsimoly" The genus can be divided into several clades, and one of these includes "P. lamenabe", "P. nourissati" and "P. tsimoly", which have been considered worthy of placement in their own genus Lamena (still used in their common names). On a higher level these three are part of a clade that

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Paretroplus polyactis [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Paretroplus polyactis Paretroplus polyactis is a vulnerable species of cichlid found widely in fresh and brackish water in coastal regions and associated river basins in eastern Madagascar. It is the only "Paretroplus" found in the southern half of Madagascar, and one of only two found in eastern drainages (the other is the far more restricted "P. loisellei"). "P. polyactis" is threatened by habitat loss and overfishing. This relatively deep-bodied "Paretroplus" reaches in length. It shares a large part of its range with

Paretroplus Paretroplus is a genus of fishes in the cichlid family, all of which are endemic to lakes and rivers of Madagascar. The vast majority are threatened and restricted to the northwestern part of the island. Only "P. polyactis" is found in the southern half of Madagascar and only "P. polyactis" and "P. gymnopreopercularis" are found in eastern drainages. Most are restricted to freshwater, but at least "P. polyactis" and "P. maromandia" can also be seen in brackish habitats. They are more

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Paroedura masobe [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Paroedura masobe Paroedura masobe is an endangered species of reptile. This species is endemic to Madagascar, where it is known from low elevation sites in the north of the Ankeniheny-Zahamena Corridor. The extent of occurrence is currently , however, due to the scarcity of suitable habitat between the known sites its true distributional extent within this area is likely to be below . It occurs from . The animal likes the habitats in low elevation and humid forests.

"Paroedura picta" - "Paroedura androyensis" - "Paroedura stumpffi" - "Paroedura oviceps" - "Paroedura gracilis" - "Paroedura bastardi" - "Paroedura homalorhina" - "Paroedura masobe" - "Paroedura ibityensis" - "Paroedura karstophila" - "Paroedura maingoka" - "Paroedura tanjaka" - "Paroedura vahiny" - "Paroedura vazimba" - "Paroedura lohatsara" - "Phelsuma cepediana" - "Phelsuma madagascariensis"

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Patagonian mara [SEP] IUCN conservation status

face of the male. The male’s urination is meant to repel other males from his partner, while the female’s urination is a rejection of any approaching male when she is not receptive. Both anal digging and urination are more frequent during the breeding season and are more commonly done by males. Status. Patagonian maras are considered to be a near threatened species. Historically, maras have ranged from north-central Argentina south almost to Tierra del Fuego. Nevertheless, maras have been greatly affected by hunting and habitat

head and strong jaws. Diet. Its diet mostly consists of insects and other small invertebrates. Habitat. It is found on the Patagonian steppes from sea level up to elevations of . Conservation status. The IUCN has listed Darwin's iguana as being of "Least Concern" because of its wide range and the lack of any identified threats to the species. Further reading. - Bell T. In Darwin C. 1843. "The Zoology of the Voyage of the H.M.S. Beagle, Under the

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Pavona bipartita [SEP] IUCN conservation status

and vertical surfaces, at depths down to about . Status. The conservation status of "Pavona bipartita" has been assessed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature as being "vulnerable". The population trend is unknown, but this coral is susceptible to bleaching, and it is likely that the number of mature colonies is decreasing as a result of destruction of its reef habitats.

Pavona bipartita Pavona bipartita, sometimes known as leaf coral, is a species of colonial stony coral in the family Agariciidae. It is found in shallow water, on reef slopes and on vertical surfaces, in tropical parts of the western and central Indo-Pacific region. Description. Colonies of "Pavona bipartita" are either submassive or encrusting, and can be a metre (yard) across. The corallites are shallow depressions with poorly defined walls. They are evenly distributed over the undulating surface of the colony,

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Pernambuco foliage-gleaner [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Pernambuco foliage-gleaner The Pernambuco foliage-gleaner ("Automolus lammi") is a species of bird in the family Furnariidae. It is found in forests of north-eastern Brazil. Until recently, it was considered a subspecies of the white-eyed foliage-gleaner. The morphology of the two is very similar, but their voices differ significantly. The Pernambuco foliage-gleaner is restricted to a region with extensive habitat destruction, and is considered vulnerable by BirdLife International. References. - Zimmer, K.

Cryptic treehunter The cryptic treehunter ("Cichlocolaptes mazarbarnetti") is a species of bird in the Furnariidae family. It is endemic to Brazil. Description. The species was described from a specimen that formerly had been identified as an Alagoas foliage-gleaner. Its taxonomic status is still controversial. Distribution and habitat. The species has only been recorded from two sites with humid forest habitat in north-east Brazil, Murici in Alagoas and Frei Caneca in Pernambuco. Conservation. Although formally described in

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Peruvian plantcutter [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Peruvian plantcutter The Peruvian plantcutter ("Phytotoma raimondii") is an endangered species of bird in the family Cotingidae. As the other plantcutters, this species is sexually dimorphic and folivorous. It is endemic to scrub and woodland in north-western Peru, and is threatened by habitat loss. External links. - BirdLife Species Factsheet.

flowering occurs between December and March. Conservation. "Cattleya rex" has been assigned an endangered conservation status in 1997 by the IUCN. Previously believed to be a Peruvian endemic, in 2013 a new locality was reported in Bolivia, thus increasing the area of extension for the species. Cultivation. "C. rex" requires a temperate climate (in winter, artificial heating set at 16 °C at night and 18 °C during the day is recommended) and good ventilation (a dark and

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Peruvian thick-knee [SEP] IUCN conservation status

. The eggs were cream-coloured with blotches of tan and darker brown and measured approximately . One parent was incubating the eggs while the other stood in the shade a few metres away. Status. The IUCN has listed the Peruvian thick-knee as being of "least concern". This is because, although it is confined to a somewhat restricted range the bird is quite common, especially in the northern part of that range, and although the population trend is unknown, the bird does not appear to qualify

flowering occurs between December and March. Conservation. "Cattleya rex" has been assigned an endangered conservation status in 1997 by the IUCN. Previously believed to be a Peruvian endemic, in 2013 a new locality was reported in Bolivia, thus increasing the area of extension for the species. Cultivation. "C. rex" requires a temperate climate (in winter, artificial heating set at 16 °C at night and 18 °C during the day is recommended) and good ventilation (a dark and

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Philautus sanctisilvaticus [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Philautus sanctisilvaticus Philautus sanctisilvaticus, also known as the sacred grove bushfrog or sacred grove bush frog, is a critically endangered species of frog in the family Rhacophoridae. It is endemic to India and only known from its type locality at the Kapildhara Falls near Amarkantak, in the Madhya Pradesh state. Its natural habitat is old growth tropical moist, semi-evergreen and mesic forest. It is threatened by habitat loss caused by harvesting of wood for subsistence purposes, infrastructure development for tourism, and fires.

" - "Philautus kempii" - "Philautus kerangae" - "Philautus leitensis" - "Philautus longicrus" - "Philautus macroscelis" - "Philautus maosonensis" - "Philautus microdiscus" - "Philautus mjobergi" - "Philautus namdaphaensis" - "Philautus nianeae" - "Philautus pallidipes" - "Philautus petersi" - "Philautus poecilius" - "Philautus refugii" - "Philautus sanctisilvaticus" - "Philautus saueri" - "

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Philippine crocodile [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Philippine crocodile The Philippine crocodile ("Crocodylus mindorensis"), also known as the Mindoro crocodile, the Philippine freshwater crocodile, the bukarot in Ilocano, and more generally as a buwaya in most Filipino lowland cultures, is one of two species of crocodiles found in the Philippines; the other is the larger saltwater crocodile "(Crocodylus porosus)". The Philippine crocodile, the species endemic only to the country, became data deficient to critically endangered in 2008 from exploitation and unsustainable fishing methods, such as dynamite fishing.

This species is also sometimes caught on squid jigs and in tuna gillnets. It is usually discarded due to its small size and low-quality meat. However, its oily liver is potentially valuable. No data is available on the population status of the crocodile shark, though it is probably declining from bycatch mortality. Coupled with its low reproductive rate, this has led the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) to assessed it as Near Threatened. In June 2018 the New Zealand Department of Conservation classified the crocodile shark

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Philippine eagle-owl [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Philippine eagle-owl The Philippine eagle-owl ("Bubo philippensis") is a vulnerable species of bird belonging to the family Strigidae. It is endemic to the Philippines, where found in lowland forests on the islands of Catanduanes, Samar, Bohol, Mindanao, Luzon, Leyte and possibly Sibuyan. It is known locally as the “"kuwago"” or “"bukaw"”. Taxonomy. There are two subspecies: - "Bubo philippensis philippensis" - Luzon and Catanduanes - "

Eurasian eagle-owl mother, while retaining the generally black-and-white plumage colours from their snowy owl father. The hybrids were dubbed ""Schnuhus"", a portmanteau of the German words for snowy owl and Eurasian eagle-owl ("Schnee-Eule" and "Uhu", respectively). As of 2014, the hybrids had grown to maturity and were healthy. Conservation. After being considered of least concern by the IUCN since 1988, the snowy owl was upgraded to a conservation status

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Philippine tarsier [SEP] IUCN conservation status

the IUCN assessed the Philippine tarsier as data deficient, which means that inadequate information was available to make a direct or indirect assessment of its risks of extinction based on its distribution and/or population status. The most recent IUCN red list assessment, in 2008, classified the Philippine tarsier as near threatened. This classification is based on an estimated significant decline over the last three generations (about 20 years), but less than 30%, due to habitat loss and because of poaching for the pet trade. The Philippine tarsier

kept as pets, the species may spread worms and other parasites to its human owners. Conservation. In 1986, 1988, and 1990, the Philippine tarsier was assessed as endangered by the IUCN Conservation Monitoring Centre. On September 13, 1991, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources issued DENR Administrative Order Number 48 (DAO 48), which also listed the Philippine tarsier as endangered. In 1996, it was assessed as lower risk/conservation-dependent by Baillie and Groom-bridge. In 2000,

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Pinus squamata [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Pinus squamata Pinus squamata, the Qiaojia pine (zh: 巧家五针松) or southern lacebark pine, is a critically endangered pine native to a single locality consisting of about 20 trees in Qiaojia County, northeast Yunnan, China, at about elevation. The Qiaojia pine was discovered in April 1991 by Pangzhao J.Q. It was studied later that year and described the following year by Li Xiang-Wang. It shows similarities to Rzedowski's Pinyon and some other pinyon pines. Description. Its mature height is unknown because none

List of reptiles of Canada This is a list of the reptiles species recorded in Canada. Most species are confined to the southernmost parts of the country. Canadian reptiles are composed of squamates and testudines. Conservation status - IUCN Red List of Threatened Species: Order Squamata. Of the order Squamata, lizards and snakes are represented. There are no known amphisbaenids native to Canada. Order Squamata Snakes (Suborder Serpentes). Snakes are the best-represented group of reptiles in Canada, with 35 varieties in

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Pittosporum viridulatum [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Pittosporum viridulatum Pittosporum viridulatum is a critically endangered species of plant in the Pittosporaceae family. It is endemic to the Nilgiris in Tamil Nadu, India.

" - "Pittosporum turneri" - "Pittosporum undulatum" – sweet pittosporum, Australian cheesewood, native daphne, mock orange - "Pittosporum venulosum" - "Pittosporum virgatum" - "Pittosporum viridulatum" - "Pittosporum viridiflorum" - "Pittosporum viscidum" - "Pittosporum wingii" - "Pittosporum yunckeri"

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Pleurotus nebrodensis [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Pleurotus nebrodensis Pleurotus nebrodensis, commonly known as "Funciu di basilicu" is a fungus that was declared by the IUCN as critically endangered in 2006. This fungus only grows on limestone in northern Sicily in association with "Cachrys ferulacea" (family Apiaceae). The characteristics of the mushroom are its creamy white to yellow colour, its diameter of between , its extremely angled gills, and the breaking apart of the cap surface at maturity. Taxonomy. The first record of the mushroom was in 1866 by Italian botanist

List of fungi by conservation status , the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has evaluated the conservation status of 56 fungus species. One subspecies, that of "Pleurotus nebrodensis", has been evaluated. However no subpopulations have been evaluated. , the New Zealand Threat Classification System listed 1512 species and 39 subspecies of fungi, with 65 species considered Threatened. IUCN listings. This is a complete list of fungus species and subspecies evaluated by the IUCN. IUCN listings Ascomycota. IUCN listings Ascomycota Pezizomycetes.

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Podocarpus guatemalensis [SEP] IUCN conservation status

species of least concern on the IUCN Red List. Some populations are threatened by habitat destruction, but some occur in protected areas.

Podocarpus trinitensis Podocarpus trinitensis is a species of conifer in the family Podocarpaceae. It is endemic to Trinidad and Tobago, where it has only been recorded from the island of Trinidad. It has been recorded from 13 distinct localities in Trinidad, including sites in the Central Range and in central and eastern areas of the Northern Range. Conservation status. "Podocarpus trinitensis" is considered a near threatened species by the IUCN. See also. - Endemic flora of Trinidad and Tobago

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Podogymnura truei [SEP] IUCN conservation status

the species because of its low commercial value. Conservation. According to the IUCN Red List, "Podogymnura truei" are under the category of least concern. However, this status could elevate to the next level if habitat destruction continues to escalate. The best way to prevent this species from becoming endangered and to maintain its current status is through conserving its habitat. There are other efforts being made to optimize biodiversity and promote habitat conservation. Currently, national environmental laws in the Philippines are embodied in the following: international

Podogymnura truei Podogymnura truei, also known as the Mindanao gymnure, Mindanao moonrat, or Mindanao wood shrew, is a mammal of the family Erinaceidae. It is endemic to the Mindanao islands of the Philippines. Erinaceidae is a family of small mammals that include the gymnures, also known as the silky furred moonrats, and the hedgehogs. Animals belonging to this family are significant because they are among the oldest known placental mammals that are alive. Gymnures are relatives of hedgehogs but lack the prickly spines. Two species are categorized in

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Poecilotheria hanumavilasumica [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Poecilotheria hanumavilasumica Poecilotheria hanumavilasumica, also known as the Rameshwaram ornamental, or Rameshwaram parachute spider, is a critically endangered species of tarantula. Distribution. It was discovered in 2004 by Andrew Smith from a sacred grove of the Hanumavilasum Temple in Rameshwaram. It was initially thought to be endemic to the Ramanathapuram district in the state of Tamil Nadu, India, but has since been identified outside India in the Mannar District of Northern Sri Lanka. The close proximity of Mannar island to India suggests that the species may have

" — India - "Plesiophrictus millardi" (type) — India - "Plesiophrictus nilagiriensis" — India - "Plesiophrictus senffti" — Micronesia - "Plesiophrictus sericeus" — India - "Plesiophrictus tenuipes" — Sri Lanka P "Poecilotheria". "Poecilotheria" - "Poecilotheria fasciata" (type) — Sri Lanka - "Poecilotheria formosa" — India - "Poecilotheria hanumavilasumica" — India, Sri Lanka - "Poecilotheria metallica" — India - "Poecilotheria miranda"

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Polynesian ground dove [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Polynesian ground dove The Polynesian ground dove ("Pampusana erythroptera") is a critically endangered species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to the Tuamotus in French Polynesia with recent records from the atolls of Matureivavao, Rangiroa, Tenararo, Morane, Vahanga and perhaps Tikehau. It favors tropical forests, especially with "Pandanus tectorius", "Pisonia grandis" and shrubs, but it has also been recorded from dense shrub growing below coconut palms. It is threatened by habitat loss and predation by introduced species such

the leaves of "Euphorbia". The ground dove flushes in a manner similar to a partridge while its wings produce a whirring sound. Little is known about the species' breeding behavior, although juveniles have been observed in January and April. Status. The Polynesian ground dove once was abundant on most of the islands it lived on. However, as this terrestrial species has no native mammalian predators, it is very vulnerable to the introduced feral cats and rats. The ground dove became locally extinct on most islands shortly

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Popta's buntingi [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Popta's buntingi Popta's buntingi ("Adrianichthys poptae") is a critically endangered species of fish in the Adrianichthyidae family. It is endemic to Lake Poso in Sulawesi, Indonesia. This species was described by Max Carl Wilhelm Weber and Lieven Ferdinand de Beaufort in 1922 and they gave it the species name "poptae" in honour of their fellow Dutch ichthyologist Canna Maria Louise Popta (1860-1929).

with the first part honouring the linguist and missionary Nicolaus Adriani (1865-1926), who collected specimens around Lake Poso. Species. There are currently four recognized species in this genus: - "Adrianichthys kruyti" (Duckbilled buntingi) - "Adrianichthys oophorus" (Eggcarrying buntingi) - "Adrianichthys poptae" (Popta's buntingi) - "Adrianichthys roseni"

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Potamonautes mutandensis [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Potamonautes mutandensis Potamonautes mutandensis is an endangered species of freshwater crab in the family Potamonautidae. It is found in Lake Mutanda and Lake Kivu in Uganda, Rwanda and DR Congo.

"Potamonautes macrobrachii" - "Potamonautes margaritarius" - "Potamonautes montivagus" - "Potamonautes mutandensis" - "Potamonautes neumanni" - "Potamonautes niloticus" - "Potamonautes obesus" - "Potamonautes odhneri" - "Potamonautes paecilei" - "Potamonautes parvicorpus" - "Potamonautes parvispina" - "Potamonautes perlatus" - "Potamonautes preparvus" - "Potamonautes pilosus" - "Potamonautes platycentron" - "Potamonautes platynotus" - "Potamonautes punctatus"

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Prismatomeris andamanica [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Prismatomeris andamanica Prismatomeris andamanica is a critically endangered species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is endemic to the South Andaman Island of India. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Prismatomeris Prismatomeris is a genus of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It contains the following species (but this list may be incomplete): - "Prismatomeris andamanica", Ridley - "Prismatomeris albidiflora" Thwaites - "Prismatomeris beccariana" (Baill. ex K.Schum.) J.T.Johanss. - "Prismatomeris brachypus" Ridl. - "Prismatomeris connata" Y.Z.Ruan - "Prismatomeris filamentosa" Craib. - "Prismatomeris fragrans" Geddes - "Prismatomeris glabra" (Korth.) Valeton -

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Przewalski's horse [SEP] IUCN conservation status

pool. In October 2007, scientists at the Smithsonian Institution's National Zoo successfully reversed a vasectomy on a Przewalski's horse — the first operation of its kind on this species and possibly the first ever on any endangered species. While normally a vasectomy may be performed on an endangered animal under limited circumstances, particularly if an individual has already produced many offspring and its genes are overrepresented in the population, scientists realized the animal in question was one of the most genetically valuable Przewalski's horses in the North American breeding program. The

Minn: ABDO Pub. Co, 2006. Print. - Wakefield, S., Knowles, J., Zimmermann, W. and Van Dierendonck, M. 2002. "Status and action plan for the Przewalski's Horse ("Equus ferus przewalski")". In: P.D. Moehlman (ed.) "Equids: Zebras, Asses and Horses. Status Survey and Conservation Action Plan", pp. 82–92. IUCN/SSC Equid Specialist Group. IUCN, Gland, Switzerland and Cambridge, UK. -

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Psilorhynchus tenura [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Psilorhynchus tenura Psilorhynchus tenura is a critically endangered fish found in genus "Psilorhynchus". It is endemic to the Western Ghats of Karnataka, India, where it is restricted to two locations on the Tunga River near Sringeri and also at Korkanhalla inside Kudremukh National Park in Karnataka. It is found in streams and rivers with beds made up of sand, pebbles and gravel.

Psilorhynchus maculatus" - "Psilorhynchus melissa" - "Psilorhynchus microphthalmus" - "Psilorhynchus nepalensis" - "Psilorhynchus ngathanu" - "Psilorhynchus nudithoracicus" - "Psilorhynchus olliei" - "Psilorhynchus pavimentatus" - "Psilorhynchus piperatus" - "Psilorhynchus pseudecheneis" - "Psilorhynchus rahmani" - "Psilorhynchus robustus" - "Psilorhynchus rowleyi" - "Psilorhynchus sucatio" - "Psilorhynchus tenura" - "Psilorhynchus tysoni"

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Ptychochromis inornatus [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Ptychochromis inornatus Ptychochromis inornatus is an endangered species of cichlid endemic to the Ankofia River basin and its tributaries in the eastern part of the Mahajanga Province in Madagascar. It is threatened by habitat loss. It reaches in standard length. External links. - Photograph

" - "Ptychochromis grandidieri" - "Ptychochromis inornatus" - "Ptychochromis insolitus" - "Ptychochromis loisellei" - "Ptychochromis makira" - "Ptychochromis mainty" - "Ptychochromis oligacanthus" - "Ptychochromis onilahy" Additionally, cichlid from the eastern Anosy Region in far southeastern Madagascar may actually represent an undescribed species, popularly known as "Ptychochromis" sp. "Manampanihy".

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Ptychochromoides vondrozo [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Ptychochromoides vondrozo Ptychochromoides vondrozo is a critically endangered species of cichlid endemic to the Mananara-sud river and its tributaries near Vondrozo in southeastern Madagascar. These are deep and moderate to fast-flowing. Its entire range covers less than , which makes it highly threatened from continued sedimentation caused by deforestation. It is also threatened by other species that have been introduced to the region. It reaches a length of SL.

the Small Entrepreneur Programme – SEP– and uplifted the lives of countless plantation workers. These are only a few of over 100 projects the MJF Foundation implements each year. Sustainability. In 2007, Fernando extended his commitment to human service by establishing Dilmah Conservation www.dilmahconservation.org which focuses on working towards a more sustainable use of the environment in partnership with IUCN, the International Union for Conservation of Nature. The Dilmah Conservation initiative aims to foster respect for the environment and ensure its protection by encouraging a harmonious co-existence of man

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Purcell's hunter slug [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Purcell's hunter slug Purcell's hunter slug, scientific name "Chlamydephorus purcelli", is an endangered species of air-breathing land slug, a terrestrial pulmonate gastropod mollusk in the family Chlamydephoridae. Distribution. This species is endemic to Table Mountain in South Africa. The survival of this slug is threatened by habitat loss.

Laevicaulis haroldi Laevicaulis haroldi, common name Purcell's hunter slug, is a species of air-breathing, tropical land slug, terrestrial pulmonate gastropod mollusk in the family Veronicellidae, the leatherleaf slugs. Distribution. This slug is endemic to South Africa. Conservation status. This species is endangered; it is threatened by habitat loss.

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Pyrenean frog [SEP] IUCN conservation status

are active during both day and night between about February and July. Breeding takes place after the snow has melted, the female laying batches of jelly-covered eggs (totalling up to 150) under stones, in crevices or on the bed of a stream. Status. The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists the Pyrenean frog as being an "endangered species". This is because its numbers are decreasing, its total area of occupancy is less than and even within this range, its populations are fragmented.

Pyrenean frog The Pyrenean frog or Pyrenees frog ("Rana pyrenaica") is a species of frogs in the family Ranidae found in the Pyrenees mountains of France and Spain. Its natural habitats are fast-moving mountain streams and their surroundings. The IUCN lists it as "endangered". Description. The Pyrenean frog is the smallest species of brown frog in Europe, with adults reaching a snout-to-vent length of about , females being slightly larger than males. The snout is blunt and rounded and

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Pyrenean rock lizard [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Mountains at altitudes of between . Its natural habitats are rocky crags and screes in limestone, slate and schist areas. It is frequently found on rocks close to alpine meadows and near torrents and glacial lakes. It is only active for a short period of the year in summer. Conservation status. The Pyrenean rock lizard is assessed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature as being "near threatened". This is because, although the population seems to be stable and the lizard is present in a number of national

and supplemented by the Common Names and taxonomy from the IUCN where no Reptile Database article was available. The following tags are used to highlight specific species' conservation status as assessed by the IUCN: Order: Squamata (Snakes & Lizards). - Family: Gekkonidae (Geckos) - Genus: Afroedura - Inland Rock Gecko "Afroedura karroica" - Drakensberg Gecko "Afroedura nivaria" - Family: Cordylidae (Spinytail Lizards) - Genus: Cordylus - Lang's Crag Lizard "Cordylus

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Quercus cedrosensis [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Quercus cedrosensis Quercus cedrosensis, the Cedros Island oak, is a species of plant in the Fagaceae family. "Quercus cedrosensis" is native to Baja California state in northwestern Mexico, including Cedros Island. It has also been found in San Diego County, California. "Quercus cedrosensis" is vulnerable to habitat loss due to overgrazing by goats and overlogging.

- "Mammillaria goodridgei" var. "rectispina" - endemic - "Mimulus stellatus" - endemic - "Monardella thymifolia" - endemic - "Penstemon cedrosensis" - endemic - "Pinus radiata" var. "binata" (Guadalupe Island Monterey pine) — near-endemic; "possibly separable as var./ssp. "cedrosensis" and in this case endemic". - "Porophyllum cedrense" - endemic - "Quercus cedrosensis" (Cedros Island oak) — near-endemic -

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Railroad Valley springfish [SEP] IUCN conservation status

these are found range in temperature from 77 to 102 degrees F (25 to 39 C). Although the Railroad Valley springfish is not currently threatened with extinction, its extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to competition from introduced species, and to habitat modifications. For instance, it was nearly eliminated from Duckwater Spring in the early 1980s by introduced channel catfish. The springfish has been introduced to Chimney Springs and in Hot Creek Canyon in Mineral County, Nevada. References. - FWS page for Railroad Valley springfish

Railroad Valley springfish The Railroad Valley springfish "Crenichthys nevadae", is a rare goodeid fish of the Great Basin of western United States, occurring naturally in just seven thermal springs of Railroad Valley in Nye County, Nevada. The body gives a somewhat heavy or massive impression, particularly forward, the head being almost as wide as deep. Each side has a distinctive row of dark blotches, with pale bars in between. The pelvic fins are entirely absent, while the anal fin is large, with 13 rays.

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Raorchestes kaikatti [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Raorchestes kaikatti Raorchestes kaikatti, sometimes known as the Kaikatti bushfrog or Kaikatt's bush frog, is a critically endangered frogs found only in the Nelliampathi Hills within the Western Ghats of Kerala, India. The species is named after Kaikatti, its type locality. "Raorchestes kaikatti" are small (but medium-sized in "Raorchestes" terms), relatively robust-bodied frogs. Males measure in snout–vent length (the type series did not include any females). The dorsum is dark greyish brown with irregular

("Nyctibatrachus dattatreyaensis") - Sacred grove bushfrog ("Philautus sanctisilvaticus") - Amboli bush frog ("Pseudophilautus amboli") - White-spotted bush frog ("Raorchestes chalazodes") - Green eyed bushfrog ("Raorchestes chlorosomma") - Griet bush frog ("Raorchestes griet") - Kaikatti bushfrog ("Raorchestes kaikatti") - Mark's bushfrog ("Raorchestes marki") - Munnar bush frog ("Raorchestes munnarensis") - Ponmudi bush frog

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Raorchestes marki [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Raorchestes marki The Mark's bushfrog (Raorchestes marki) is a critically endangered frogs found only in the Nelliampathi Hills within the Western Ghats of Kerala, India. The species is named after Mark Wilkinson of the Natural History Museum, London. "Raorchestes marki" are small, slender-bodied frogs. Males measure in snout–vent length and females . The dorsum is dark grey and has a brownish concave stripe running from behind the eye.

("Nyctibatrachus dattatreyaensis") - Sacred grove bushfrog ("Philautus sanctisilvaticus") - Amboli bush frog ("Pseudophilautus amboli") - White-spotted bush frog ("Raorchestes chalazodes") - Green eyed bushfrog ("Raorchestes chlorosomma") - Griet bush frog ("Raorchestes griet") - Kaikatti bushfrog ("Raorchestes kaikatti") - Mark's bushfrog ("Raorchestes marki") - Munnar bush frog ("Raorchestes munnarensis") - Ponmudi bush frog

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Red pike conger [SEP] IUCN conservation status

at a depth range of , and inhabits sediments of sand and mud. Males can reach a maximum total length of ; the maximum recorded weight is . The Red pike conger's diet consists of finfish and invertebrates. It is of commercial interest to fisheries, and is considered to have high quality flesh. It is also captured as a by-catch by shrimp trawlers. The IUCN redlist currently lists the Red pike conger as Data Deficient, due to a lack of information on how the species is affected by fishing

Examples of such creatures are common house cats, a northern pike, rattlesnakes, and a green frog ("Lithobates clamitans"). Conservation status. As a species, the meadow jumping mouse is currently not threatened, and is very widespread and common throughout its range. Thus, it is listed as a species of least concern on the IUCN Red List. However, three recognized subspecies are considered threatened by habitat destruction and overgrazing. As of July 2014, the New Mexico meadow jumping mouse, subspecies "Zapus

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Rhacophorus yinggelingensis [SEP] IUCN conservation status

at altitudes between . It appears to be a montane species restricted to primary rain forest. It breeds in rainwater pools, which are rare in its mountainous habitat. Conservation. The species occurs within the Yinggeling National Nature Reserve. The high-altitude montane habitat is relatively undisturbed, but the species is rare and the total area of the habitat is small. IUCN considers "Rhacophorus yinggelingensis" as "vulnerable". Survey of the reserve has put the estimated total population size at around 3000 frogs.

Rhacophorus yinggelingensis Rhacophorus yinggelingensis (Yinggeling treefrog) is a species of frogs in the family Rhacophoridae endemic to Yinggeling National Nature Reserve, Hainan, China. Its specific name refers to the type locality, Yinggeling (), a mountain range in central Hainan. Description. "Rhacophorus yinggelingensis" is a medium-sized treefrog with a green body with some white spots. Its snout-vent length is about . Distribution. "Rhacophorus yinggelingensis" is currently only known from the Yinggeling mountain range in central Hainan

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Rhantus alutaceus [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Rhantus alutaceus Rhantus alutaceus is an endangered species of beetle in the family Dytiscidae. It is endemic to New Caledonia, in the southwest Pacific Ocean.

Rhantus Rhantus is a genus of beetle in family Dytiscidae. There are about 100 species distributed worldwide. They often live in pools and marshy habitat types. Several species have colonized oceanic islands and become endemics. This genus is paraphyletic and will likely be revised, redefined, and split into several groups in future studies. Species. - "Rhantus advena" - "Rhantus alluaudi" - "Rhantus alutaceus" - "Rhantus andinus" - "Rhantus anggi" - "Rhantus anisonychus

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Rhododendron album [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Rhododendron album Rhododendron album is a species of plant in the Ericaceae family. It is endemic to Java in Indonesia. It is a vulnerable species threatened by habitat loss. Description. "Rhododendron album" is white, but can also appear lilac, depending on the hybrid. The stamen is often a different color, such as orange or pink. The flower is four to six inches high, and blooms in the spring, staying green throughout autumn. (Bay Science Foundation, 2008) In 1998,

the time taken to flower in half. (Doorenbos, 1955). References. - Bay Science Foundation. Rhododendron Album. Revised April 27, 2008 - World Conservation Monitoring Centre, 1998. Rhododendron album. In: IUCN 2007. 2007 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. www.iucnredlist.org. Downloaded on 27 April 2008. - Whitten, T., Soeriaatmadja, R.E. and Afiff, S.A. 1996. The Ecology of Java and Bali. The Ecology of Indonesia Series. Volume III. Periplus Editions, Republic of

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Roatan coral snake [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Roatan coral snake The Roatán coral snake ("Micrurus ruatanus") also known as Coral de la Isle de Roatán or Coral Roatanense in Spanish is a critically endangered species of elapid snake, endemic to the island of Roatán off of the coast of Honduras. There are no recognized subspecies.

metre deep, just above the sediment and hidden under dead pieces of coral or under massive coralline algae. In these locations it suffers little competition from other coral species. Status. The IUCN lists "Stylaraea punctata" as "Data deficient" as it has insufficient evidence to judge its status and whether any conservation measures are required. Like other corals, this species is likely to be affected by such factors as a rise in sea temperature and ocean acidification due to climate change, and as a result be more susceptible

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Réunion harrier [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Réunion harrier appears to be declining in numbers and it is classed as an endangered species. Description. It is about 42–55 cm long; the female is around 3–15% larger than the male. The male has a blackish head and back with white streaks. The underparts, underwings and rump are white and the tail is grey. The wings are grey and black with a white leading edge. Females and immatures are dark brown with a white rump and barred tail. The birds are mostly silent except during

. The spotted harriers generation length is estimated to be 10 years. Conservation Status. The spotted harrier is of least concern according to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species (last updated 2012). Their population trend is stable with the species being listed under Least Concerned status for at least the last 9 years. The species is not considered Vulnerable as it maintains an extremely large range at more than 20,000km2, their population trend appears to be stable at less than 30% decline over ten years and population size is

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Salmo ezenami [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Salmo ezenami Salmo ezenami is a critically endangered freshwater salmonid fish, endemic to Lake Kezenoi-Am (Lake Eizenam) in Northern Caucasus. The only native occurrence, in Lake Kezenoi-Am in Chechnya at the border of Dagestan, is in a cold alpine lake (area 2.4 km², maximum depth 74 m, 1870 m altitude). In addition, the species has been introduced to another lake in Dagestan, Lake Mochokh, probably successfully. "Salmo ezenami" used to be the only fish species

Salmo euphrataeus" (Euphrates trout) - "Salmo ezenami" (Kezenoi-am trout) - "Salmo farioides" (Balkan brook trout) - "Salmo ferox" (Ferox trout) - "Salmo fibreni" (Fibreno trout) - "Salmo gegarkuni" (Gokcha trout) - "Salmo ischchan" (Sevan trout) - "Salmo kottelati" (Alakir trout) - "Salmo labecula" - "Salmo labrax" (Black Sea trout) - "

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Salvelinus inframundus [SEP] IUCN conservation status

and the taxonomic identity of the char deemed as "Salvelinus inframundus" is lacking essential information, a full IUCN Red List assessment cannot be made and the species is considered Data deficient. External links. - Photo of Salvelinus inframundus

Loch Mealt. Ecology. There are a number of bird species in this roadside loch, including resident ones such as the greylag goose. Its waters are favoured by diving ducks. The Orkney charr ("Salvelinus inframundus"), a char species that could be vulnerable to extinction, has been found in Loch Mealt. Since the impact of Canadian Arctic char fish farming in the lake upon the native char population is unknown and the taxonomic identity of the char deemed as "Salvelinus inframundus" is lacking essential information

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Schistura papulifera [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Schistura papulifera Schistura papulifera is a critically endangered species of ray-finned fish, a troblobitic stone loach, in the genus "Schistura" endemic to the state of Meghalaya in India. It is currently known to be restricted to the Krem Synrang Pamiang cave system near the Jaintia Hills, where it is threatened by limestone extraction. This species lives in pools of standing water within the cave system preferring these to the streams of flowing water, being most numerous in the largest and deepest pools. This may be because the larger

- Largetooth sawfish ("Pristis microdon") - Longcomb sawfish ("Pristis zijsron") - Psilorhynchus tenura ("Psilorhynchus tenura") - Deccan barb ("Puntius deccanensis") - Schistura papulifera ("Schistura papulifera") Insects - Pygmy Hog Sucking Louse ("Haematopinus Reptiles and amphibians - Madras spotted skink ("Barkudia insularis") - Northern river terrapin ("Batagur baska") - Red-crowned roofed turtle ("Batagur kachuga")

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Sentani rainbowfish [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Sentani rainbowfish The Sentani rainbowfish ("Chilatherina sentaniensis") is a critically endangered species of rainbowfish in the subfamily Melanotaeniinae. It is endemic to West Papua in Indonesia, where restricted to Lake Sentani (about 10 km west of Jayapura City) and its tributaries. It appears to have disappeared from the lake itself due to pollution and introduced species. Another rainbowfish, "Glossolepis incisus" has a similar range. Although a small population of the Sentani rainbowfish is maintained in captivity, it has frequently been confused with the

subordinate males do not display bright colours. They grow up to in size, but typically attain a smaller size of around . Breeding. They are an egg scattering species and they scatter their eggs among clumps of vegetation. The eggs take about 7 days to hatch. Nutrition. "Glossolepis incisus" is an omnivore and in captivity it will eat most common commercial aquarium foods readily. It may be slightly more carnivorous than most of the Australian rainbowfish. Conservation status. The IUCN Red List classifies

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Shelley's crimsonwing [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Shelley's crimsonwing Shelley's crimsonwing "Cryptospiza shelleyi" is a vulnerable species of estrildid finch found in Burundi, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda and western Uganda in Africa. It has shown population decline over the past few decades, with a current population estimate of 2,500–9,999. This is possibly related to uncontrolled deforestation. Identification. It is a brightly coloured finch found at low levels. It is approximately long. The male Shelley's crimson-wing has bright red crown, face and back, with

the Virunga Mountain. It is generally rare, only being common in a few threatened forests, which shows unexplained fluctuations in abundance. Conservation measures. The IUCN has proposed that researchers investigate declines and fluctuations in Shelley's crimsonwing population, in order to assess threats of extinction. This includes surveying the extent of its habitat. The species is currently being researched in low density areas and of recent there was a very clear sighting of this bird in Ruhijja still part of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest as it was seen feeding from the

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Shorea dasyphylla [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Shorea dasyphylla Shorea dasyphylla is an endangered species of plant in the Dipterocarpaceae family. It is found in Sumatra and Borneo.

"Parashorea globosa" - "Shorea affinis" - "Shorea agamii" - "Shorea albida" - "Shorea andulensis" - "Shorea argentifolia" - "Shorea balanocarpoides" - "Shorea bentongensis" - "Shorea biawak" - "Shorea bracteolata" - "Shorea brunnescens" - "Shorea ciliata" - "Shorea dasyphylla" - "Shorea disticha" - "Shorea domatiosa" - "Shorea dyeri" - "Shorea faguetiana"

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Siau Island tarsier [SEP] IUCN conservation status

on the other islands in the chain. Each of the three island clusters mentioned above were surveyed for the presence of tarsiers in 2004 and 2005, but tarsiers were only observed on Siau. It was furthermore elaborated upon that the original description of "T. sangirensis" included mention of a specimen from Siau in the Dresden Museum. Thus it was argued for further investigations of the Siau tarsier to see if it was taxonomically separable from "T. sangirensis". The Sangihe Islands are known for their critically endangered avifauna, and

concerns about the conservation status of the Siau Island tarsier grew before its formal description. The Siau Island tarsier was selected for the list of "The World's 25 Most Endangered Primates" by the IUCN Species Survival Commission, Primate Specialist Group.

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Siberut macaque [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Siberut macaque The Siberut macaque ("Macaca siberu") is a vulnerable species of macaque, which is endemic to Siberut Island in Indonesia. It was formerly considered conspecific with the Pagai Island macaque "(M. pagensis)" which is overall paler in color, but this arrangement was polyphyletic. Both were formerly considered subspecies of the Southern pig-tailed macaque ("macaque nemestrina").

Pagai Island macaque The Pagai Island macaque ("Macaca pagensis"), also known as the Pagai macaque or Bokkoi, is an Old World monkey endemic to the Mentawai Islands off the west coast of Sumatra. It is listed as critically endangered on the IUCN Red List due to its ever-shrinking habitat. "Macaca pagensis" formerly included the overall darker Siberut macaque as a subspecies, but this arrangement is polyphyletic, leading to the two being classified as separate species. Both were formerly considered subspecies of the southern pig

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Sira curassow [SEP] IUCN conservation status

although this last characteristic appears to be very variable and perhaps not diagnostic. Conservation. The Sira curassow is listed as critically endangered by BirdLife International for the IUCN as they believe it is threatened by habitat destruction and is hunted for meat. The birds population is believed by BirdLife International in 2016 to be below 250 individuals, citing the 2014 IUCN assessment by Gastañaga for BirdLife International (no longer available online). In the 2016 IUCN assessment by BirdLife International Gastañaga in her 2011 study is said to have estimated the population

is unclear where this number comes from. Because of the difference between the stated populations in 2011 and 2014, the 2016 IUCN assessment assumes the population is experiencing a 'decreasing trend'. According to BirdLife International, the greatest threat to the species is occasional traditional hunting by the local Asháninka people. Further reading. - Gastañaga, M. 2006. Peruvian Horned Curassow (Pauxi unicornis koepckeae) rediscovered in the Sira Mountains, Peru. Bulletin of the Cracid Specialist Group 22: 10–23. - Gastañaga,

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Smalleyus [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Smalleyus Smalleyus is a genus of crabs in the family Pseudothelphusidae, containing the single species Smalleyus tricristatus. "Smalleyus tricristatus" was described by Fernando Alvarez in 1989, based on specimens collected in the Los Tuxtlas region of Veracruz, adjacent to the Gulf of Mexico (). "Smalleyus tricristatus" is listed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.

the Small Entrepreneur Programme – SEP– and uplifted the lives of countless plantation workers. These are only a few of over 100 projects the MJF Foundation implements each year. Sustainability. In 2007, Fernando extended his commitment to human service by establishing Dilmah Conservation www.dilmahconservation.org which focuses on working towards a more sustainable use of the environment in partnership with IUCN, the International Union for Conservation of Nature. The Dilmah Conservation initiative aims to foster respect for the environment and ensure its protection by encouraging a harmonious co-existence of man

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Smith's dwarf chameleon [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Smith's dwarf chameleon Smith's dwarf chameleon or the Elandsberg dwarf chameleon, ("Bradypodion taeniabronchum"), is a species of lizard in the family Chamaeleonidae endemic to South Africa. It is one of the few chameleons that uses its color-changing ability to actively camouflage itself. External links. - Search for Distribution of "Bradypodion taeniabronchum"

Zululand dwarf chameleon The Zululand dwarf chameleon ("Bradypodion nemorale") is a species of lizard in the family Chamaeleonidae. It is also known as the Qudeni dwarf chameleon. It is endemic to South Africa. Sources. - World Conservation Monitoring Centre 1996. Bradypodion nemorale. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 28 July 2007. External links. - Search for Distribution of "Bradypodion nemorale"

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South African springhare [SEP] IUCN conservation status

its burrow. It may expand its area during a drought. The springhare's unoccupied burrows are sometimes used for hiding during the daytime by the black-footed cat. The South African springhare is listed as a species of "least concern" by the IUCN. External links. - Further Information at Animal Diversity Web

also taken unintentionally as bycatch and suffers very high mortality, over 90% for fisheries in the northwest Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico. Entanglement in shark nets around Australian and South African beaches is another source of mortality. Human interactions Conservation status. The great hammerhead is extremely vulnerable to overfishing due to its low overall abundance and long generation time. Assessment of its conservation status is difficult as few fisheries separate the great hammerhead from other hammerheads in their reported catches. This species is listed as globally Endangered on the IUCN Red

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South Island robin [SEP] IUCN conservation status

being of least concern on the IUCN Red List. However, the Stewart Island robin ("Petroica australis rakiura") has gone through a couple of bottlenecked populations recently because of deforestation and habitat loss, as well as introduced predators such as rats, stoats, and feral cats. Because of this sharp decline in the Stewart Island population, several attempts have been made to translocate the Stewart Island robin to other islands nearby where introduced predators do not exist or have been eradicated (see above. However, many of these translocations

Pullen Island Conservation Park Pullen Island Conservation Park is a protected area includes all of Pullen Island about south of Port Elliot in South Australia and about south of Adelaide. The park was proclaimed in 1972 under "National Parks and Wildlife Act 1972" replacing earlier protected area status as a Fauna Conservation Reserve which was proclaimed in 1967. The protected area status exists to protect the island as a breeding area for sea birds such as little penguins and silver gulls. The conservation park is classified as an IUCN Category IA protected

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Soutpansberg flat lizard [SEP] IUCN conservation status

quick and alert lizard, living on sandstone outcrops. Conservation. The Soutpansberg flat lizard is a near-threatened species. See also. - Platysaurus - Cordylidae External links. - More Information - IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Soutpansberg rock lizard, Soutpansberg worm lizard, Soutpansberg dwarf gecko and the Soutpansberg flat lizard are all endemic and named after this range. Ecology Invertebrates. The Soutpansberg is known for a high level of endemism of its invertebrate fauna. Ecology Conservation. In today’s world, natural areas are under a lot of pressure from human activity. Exploitation of natural resources, human encroachment due to expanding developments, poaching and general pollution – these all affect the Soutpansberg in some way. At the moment the mountains are a World Heritage

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Spix's macaw [SEP] IUCN conservation status

killed by collision with a power line after seven weeks. The last wild male disappeared from the site in October 2000; his disappearance was thought to have marked the extinction of this species in the wild. However, wild Spix's macaws may have been sighted in 2016. While the IUCN Red List views its status as Critically Endangered and possibly extinct in the wild, ornithologist Nigel Collar of BirdLife International, the authority for the IUCN Redlist of birds now calls this bird extinct in the wild. History Decline and possible extinction in

, partly due to the remoteness of its natural range. The IUCN regard the Spix's macaw as probably extinct in the wild. Its last known stronghold in the wild was in northeastern Bahia, Brazil, and sightings are very rare. After a 2000 sighting of a male bird, the next sighting was in 2016. The species is now maintained through a captive breeding program at several conservation organizations under the aegis of the Brazilian government. It is listed on CITES Appendix I, which makes trade illegal except for legitimate conservation

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Spix's red-handed howler [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Spix's red-handed howler Spix's red-handed howler ("Alouatta discolor") is a species of Howler monkey native to the southeastern Amazon in Brazil. It is threatened by deforestation and hunting. Taxonomy. The species was previously considered a subspecies of the red-handed howler, but it is now treated as a separate species. Description. Spix's red-handed howler has a similar appearance to the red-handed howler, but it has a yellowish-brown to reddish-

ICMBio status - "Xeronycteris vieirai" (Vieira's long-tongued bat) - ICMBio status Family Vespertilionidae (Vesper bats) - "Eptesicus taddeii" - ICMBio status Threatened mammals of Brazil - ICMBio (2014) Order Primates (monkeys, marmosets, tamarins). Family Atelidae (howlers, spider and woolly monkeys, muriquis) - "Alouatta belzebul" (Red-handed howler) - ICMBio status - "Alouatta discolor" (Spix's red-handed howler) - ICMBio status -

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Steller sea lion [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Steller sea lion The Steller sea lion ("Eumetopias jubatus"), also known as the northern sea lion and Steller's sea lion, is a near-threatened species of sea lion in the northern Pacific. It is the sole member of the genus "Eumetopias" and the largest of the eared seals (Otariidae) and is also the largest species of sea lion. Among pinnipeds, it is inferior in size only to the walrus and the two species of elephant seals. The species is named for the naturalist

Greenly Island Conservation Park Greenly Island Conservation Park is a protected area associated with Greenly Island located off the west coast of Eyre Peninsula in South Australia about west of Coffin Bay. It was declared in 1972 under the "National Parks and Wildlife Act 1972" ‘to protect the island’s delicate ecology and Australian Sea-lion and New Zealand Fur-seal haul-out areas’ and continuing protected area status for the island which was first declared in 1919. The conservation park is classified as an IUCN Category Ia protected area

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Streptocephalus woottoni [SEP] IUCN conservation status

"Streptocephalus woottoni" is a federally listed endangered species of the United States. In December 2012, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service identified 1,724 acres of critical habitat of the shrimp. See also. - California montane chaparral and woodlands

Streptocephalus woottoni Streptocephalus woottoni, with the common name Riverside fairy shrimp, is a rare species of crustacean in the family Streptocephalidae. It is native to Southern California in the United States, and northern Baja California in northwest Mexico. Description. This fairy shrimp, "Streptocephalus woottoni", lives in vernal pools or other seasonal pools at least 30 centimeters in depth, and can be observed in January through March. It feeds on microscopic organisms such as bacteria and protozoa. The eggs are cysts that can tolerate drying

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Sulawesi forest turtle [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Sulawesi forest turtle The Sulawesi forest turtle ("Leucocephalon yuwonoi") is a critically endangered species of turtle in the family Geoemydidae. It is monotypic within the genus Leucocephalon. It is endemic to Sulawesi in Indonesia. Conservation. The Riverview Zoo in Peterborough, Ontario has currently managed to hatch two forest turtles as of 2016. See also. - Forsten's tortoise ("Indotestudo forstenii") – another threatened turtle endemic to Sulawesi, Indonesia.

in harmony and that there was still hope in China because of the successful sea turtle conservation efforts in Hawaii. According to the global authority on nature conservation, International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the sea turtles of the Hawaiian Islands were also once under the threat of near extinction, but are now thriving and their conservation status reclassified as "Least Concern" according to the IUCN Red List. Thus, Yeh established Sea Turtles 911 under Hawaiian jurisdiction, and changed the course of his life by moving to

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Sulawesi ground dove [SEP] IUCN conservation status

. Its diet consists mainly of seeds and fallen fruits taken from feeding grounds. The female lays a single white egg. The Sulawesi ground dove is evaluated as least concern on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. External links. - BirdLife Species Factsheet

gives no details of the claimed sighting. Status. The snoring rail is restricted to Sulawesi and Buton and has an estimated population of 3,500–15,000 individuals. Its numbers are thought to be decreasing, and its restricted range and small population mean that the species is classified as Vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). It may always have been thinly spread, but there has been widespread deforestation within its range resulting in loss and fragmentation of suitable habitat. The rail has been protected under Indonesian law

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Sulawesi hornbill [SEP] IUCN conservation status

The female seals herself inside a tree hole to lay her eggs. During this time, the male and helpers provide food for the female and the young. Widespread and common throughout its native range, the Sulawesi hornbill is evaluated as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. This species is one of the tarictic hornbills that is doing better in zoos. There are three collections currently breeding them: Whipsnade (England), Avifauna (the Netherlands) and San Diego (USA). At Whipsnade the birds

has 10 species of hornbills, of which 9 are found in India and adjoining countries, while the Sri Lanka grey hornbill is restricted to the island. The most common widespread species in the Indian subcontinent is the Indian grey hornbill. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), Indonesia has 13 hornbill species: 9 of them exist in Sumatra, and the rest exist in Sumba, Sulawesi, Papua and Kalimantan. Kalimantan has the same hornbill species as Sumatra, except that the great hornbill is not

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Sumatran elephant [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Sumatran elephant The Sumatran elephant ("Elephas maximus sumatranus") is one of three recognized subspecies of the Asian elephant, and native to the Indonesia island of Sumatra. In 2011, the Sumatran elephant has been classified as critically endangered by IUCN as the population has declined by at least 80% over the last three generations, estimated to be about 75 years. The subspecies is pre-eminently threatened by habitat loss, degradation and fragmentation, and poaching; over 69% of potential elephant habitat has been lost within the

its restricted distribution, the conservation status of "N. ovata" is listed as Vulnerable on the 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Related species. "Nepenthes ovata" is closely related to a number of other Sumatran highland species, including "N. bongso", "N. densiflora", and "N. singalana". Its distinguishing feature is the glandular appendage on the underside of the lid. This structure is usually hook-shaped, but may vary considerably in morphology. "Nepenthes ovata" is thought

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Sumatran serow [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Sumatran serow The Sumatran serow ("Capricornis sumatraensis"), also known as the southern serow, is a species of goat-antelope native to mountain forests in the Thai-Malay Peninsula and on the Indonesian island of Sumatra. The former name of this species is "mainland serow", as all the mainland species of serow (Chinese, red and Himalayan) were previously considered subspecies of this species. The Sumatran serow is threatened due to habitat loss and hunting, leading to it being evaluated as vulnerable by the

species in captivity, legal specialists considered the ruling only applicable to hominid apes due to their genetic similarities to humans. Conservation. Conservation Conservation status. The Sumatran and Bornean species are both critically endangered according to the IUCN Red List of mammals, and both are listed on Appendix I of CITES. The IUCN estimated in 2016 that around 100,000 orangutans survive in the wild (in 1973 there were 288,500), and their population is expected to further decrease to as few as 47,000 individuals by 2025. The Bornean orangutan

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Sunda pangolin [SEP] IUCN conservation status

endangered. As of 2016, all pangolin species, including the Sunda pangolin, are listed by CITES in its Appendix I, which prohibits international trade in wild-caught specimens or their body parts. External links. - Sunda pangolin at Ecology Asia - Sunda pangolin at Animal Diversity Web - WWF & TRAFFIC Report: Pangolin trade in Sabah (PDF) - WWF News: Seized notebooks give unique insight into scale of illicit pangolin trade

" ) - Chinese pangolin ("M. pentadactyla" ) - Subgenus ("Paramanis") - Sunda pangolin ("M. javanica" ) - Philippine pangolin ("M. culionensis" ) External links. - IUCN SSC Pangolin Specialist Group - ZSL Pangolin Conservation - Pangolin: Wildlife summary from the African Wildlife Foundation - Tree of Life of Pholidota - "National Geographic" video of a pangolin - Proceedings of the Workshop on Trade and Conservation of Pangolins Native to South and

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Swinhoe's storm petrel [SEP] IUCN conservation status

headlands, but even then an out of range bird would probably defy definite identification. It feeds mainly on the wing by dipping and does not patter. Status. Widespread throughout its large range, the Swinhoe's storm petrel was previously evaluated as least concern on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, but was uplisted to near threatened in 2012. The population is expected to undergo a moderately rapid decline over the next three generations, owing primarily to the impact of introduced species. North Atlantic status.

Fregetta grallaria grallaria" and "Fregetta grallaria titan" in the eastern Pacific have been described as “meagre”. The white bellied storm petrel is considered to be rare in New Zealand with an estimated 700 nesters. Conservation status. Significant deficiencies in the data sources that inform these decisions are well-recognised. The IUCN Red List evaluates "Fregetta grallaria" as being of least concern based on range size, population trend, and population size criteria. In New Zealand, its conservation status is nationally endangered

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Syncaris pacifica [SEP] IUCN conservation status

Syncaris pacifica Syncaris pacifica is an endangered species of freshwater shrimp in the family Atyidae that occurs only in a limited range within the northern San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA. Specifically, this species occurs only in 17 stream segments within Sonoma, Napa and Marin Counties. This species is often translucent to transparent, with both sexes capable of considerable coloration altering, as a sophisticated form of camouflage. This decapod is commonly known as California freshwater shrimp, and is the only decapod shrimp in California that occurs in non-

arthropods. The following is a very small fraction of the potentially hundreds of thousands of endangered arthropods, limited to species which have been formally recognized as to their special conservation status: - Alabama cave shrimp ("Palaemonias alabamae") - California freshwater shrimp ("Syncaris pacifica") - Delhi Sands flower-loving fly ("Rhaphiomidas terminatus abdominalis"), due to severely limited range of habitat and development - South African black millipedes ("Doratogonus" spp.), due to habitat destruction

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São Tomé ibis [SEP] IUCN conservation status

São Tomé ibis The São Tomé ibis ("Bostrychia bocagei"), also known as the dwarf olive ibis, is a critically endangered bird that is endemic to São Tomé off the western coast of Central Africa. Once thought to be a subspecies of the larger olive ibis, it is now classified as a distinct species. Description. The São Tomé ibis's measurements include: wings 248 mm; bill 73 mm; tarsus 52 mm; and tail 95 mm. The head is dull

with white chin and eyebrows. It sometimes call during the day. Conservation and status. The continued survival of the São Tomé scops owl depends upon stopping habitat loss in the remaining lowland rainforest of São Tomé, as does the survival of three other birds: the São Tomé ibis, São Tomé olive pigeon, and São Tomé oriole. See also. - Wildlife of São Tomé and Príncipe. External links. - BirdLife Species Factsheet.

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