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nal-shin-hae ae-gi gommun na bul-gwi-yo-wo hishuk hishuk cha-rhan-da love it 1.0 Essay: Endangered Species Endangerment is a broad issue, one that involves the habitats and environments where species live and interact with one another. Animals are categorized under endangered species, if they are at risk of becoming extinct, may be because of their few numbers or due to the change in the environmental condition. According from the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) data, about 40 percent of the total organisms are on the verge of extinction in the near future. In 1963, the IUCN created the Red Data List of more than 15,500 species, after evaluating the extinction risk of various species and subspecies worldwide. There are many reasons why a particular species may become endangered. Rapid habitat destruction is the main reason that species become endangered. Animals populations become fragmented because of farming and development. As more people need space for homes, farms, shopping centers and so on, there is less living space for species that cannot adapt to changing conditions. People also affect plant and animal habitats when they take wood, oil
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and other products from the land. The primary reasons for such extensive habitat loss are illegal timber extraction (for hardwoods), the clearing and conversion of habitat for palm oil plantations. It is quite apparent that human activity has greatly contributed to species endangerment. Overexploitation is another reason species become endangered. Due to the trade in animal parts, many species continue to suffer high rates of exploitation. One example of this case is the shark. Commercial fisheries target sharks throughout the world, mostly for their fins and meat, but also for their cartilage, liver and skin. Even today, there are demands for items such as rhino horns and tiger bones in several areas of Asia. Rhinos are killed for the sole intention of selling their horns on the black market. Besides, pollution is one of the factors that threaten various plant and animal species and it was seriously affected aquatic species. Incidents such as the explosion of the Mariner Energy oil platform demonstrate how we must act quickly and carefully to give these fragile marine species the best chance of survival. The time has come to take meaningful action to protect these animals and to raise awareness among public. Absolutely, we're committed to their longterm protection. These animals deserve protection and that was our responsibility to ensure that their habitats are not destructed. For example, with the help of the Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF) and the Indonesian government, they have committed to improving the available habitat for Javan rhinos to increase and spread out the population. Besides, we need to educate the public through the education programs. This education should be started at school. Young generation should be given knowledge about the environments. Education programmers in local communities telling people about conservation action. For instance, Polar Bears International has a long history of promoting conservation efforts, including out reach through innovative classroom and on-the-ground education programs.

Next, we can show our concerned by involving in nongovernmental organization (NGO). There are many organizations that actively showed their concern and support to overcome this environmental issue. For instance, organization such as International Fund for Animal Welfare, is one of the nongovernmental organization that applies an analytical approach to improve public policy, inform the public and stimulate civic life. Involving in NGO will giving us the chance working with local conservation groups and governments. Moreover, held an Anti-poaching campaign is one of the best ways to encourage the people outside about the importance to save our environment especially the endangered species. For instance, Pew Environment Group's Global Shark Conservation Campaign. The survivors from many different corners of the world have overcome their experiences to push for shark conservation. Not only that, people can show their support by giving a donation. Donations will help to buy much-needed anti-poaching equipment such as binoculars, radios and night-vision gear. Besides, the donation can be used for emergency veterinary treatments for injured animals. Last but not least, is law enforcement. Nowadays, law enforcement dedicated to wildlife smuggling is woefully undermanned. And even when smugglers are caught, the most common penalty they face is a fine. So, that is why law enforcement needs a stronger bite. In conclusion, we must praise and support for the massive effort to better understands the current extinction crisis and also the efforts to save some of the most threatened species. Though, there is no doubt that endangered animals are protected through various laws, organizations and more public awareness programs should be implemented to gain public notice. This way, we can protect animals from extinction and conserve the biodiversity of nature. We have an obligation to protect and maintain the natural balance of our delicate ecosystems . If we see the value in saving these animals after what we have endured, then everyone should concerned about this environment issue.