The different animal species are at the top of the list among the victims of the many changes taking place on the planet. However, conservation and protection efforts are effective in helping some species. This is the case with wild tigers which are finally more numerous than previously thought.
An increase which is explained by a better count of the species
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has officially unveiled its latest endangered animal species report, and there is good news and bad news. The good news concerns in particular the wild tigers. It has been found that they are actually more numerous in the world than previously thought. Specifically, experts have been able to establish that the number of wild tigers is about 40% higher than previously thought, with a total population of between about 3,700 and 5,600 individuals.
On the other hand, the IUCN clarified that despite this improvement since the last assessment – which took place in 2015 – the wild tiger remains an endangered species. Either way, optimism is warranted as efforts to protect the species appear to be effective. These efforts include improving monitoring of the species and preserving their habitat. Improved counting methods have indeed played an important role in the fact that the number of wild tigers has increased.
Either way, protecting the species by protecting their habitat is very important. Remember that the greatest threats to wild tiger populations are poaching, hunting and the destruction of their habitats due to human activities. ” Expanding and connecting protected areas, ensuring they are effectively managed, and working with local communities living in and around tiger habitats are key to protecting the species. “, explained the IUCN in a statement.
Monarch butterflies and sturgeons are now endangered
If the wild tiger thus seems to have a little respite from the dangers that await them, this is not the case for monarch butterflies migrants. Indeed, according to the new IUCN assessment, this majestic butterfly can now be considered an endangered species. The main threats that are in the process of eradicating migratory monarchs include climate change and the destruction of their habitat, but also the use of pesticides and herbicides.
Unfortunately, these butterflies are not the only ones to be threatened. This is also the case of sturgeons. All species of sturgeon are now threatened with extinction due to dams and poaching. Faced with these sad facts, the IUCN urges the establishment of more effective systems for the protection of endangered species. ” To preserve nature’s rich diversity, we need effective, equitably governed, protected and conserved areas, as well as decisive actions to combat climate change and restore ecosystems. said Dr Bruno Oberle, Director General of IUCN.
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