Species care
The IUCN [International Union for Conservation of Nature] Red List Categories and Criteria are the world’s most widely used system for gauging the extinction risk faced by species. Each species assessed is assigned to one of the following categories:
Based on a series of quantitative criteria linked to population trend, population size and structure, and geographic range species classified as Vulnerable, Endangered and Critically Endangered are regarded as ‘threatened’.
Extinct |
Extinct in the Wild |
Critically Endangered |
Endangered |
Vulnerable |
Near Threatened |
Least Concern |
Data Deficient |
"I believe sustainable use is the greatest propaganda in wildlife conservation at the moment."
*Steve Irwin*
[1962 - 2006]
"I have a message for my fans. Whatever you want to do in this world, it is achievable. The most important thing that I've found, that perhaps you could use, is be passionate and enthusiastic in the direction that you choose in life, and you'll be a winner."
*Steve Irwin*
[1962 - 2006]