West African sungazer lizards are in danger due to farming, industrialization, and the global pet trade; their numbers have decreased by a third within the past year alone. If these threats are not combatted, the species could be on the endangered list within another year. Sign this petition to demand the protection of these lizards.
Wayne Lotter, a prominent elephant conservationist, was gunned down by two unknown men in Tanzania. This heroic champion of wildlife helped bring an end to some of the worst ivory smuggling rings in the region. Urge the government of Tanzania to find and prosecute those responsible for his senseless death.
A third orca has died due to illness at SeaWorld in under a year. These whales are suffering due to their unnatural living conditions. Sign this petition to demand more humane treatment and freedom for these creatures.
A beached baby dolphin died due to stress after hundreds of tourists touched her and tried to get selfies with the stranded calf. She was dead by the time rescuers could arrive. Demand action to prevent such tragedies from happening in the future.
Bumblebees are under threat from a common type of pesticide. Wild bees, such as bumblebees, are just as vital for pollinating crops and flowers as honeybees are and must be protected. Sign this petition to demand that these toxic chemicals remain banned in the European Union.
Thousands of owls have been illegally sold as pets in Indonesia as a result of the widespread popularity of the Harry Potter series. Owls are wild animals and do not deserve to be subjected to mistreatment in captivity. Demand that the government crack down on this trade and protect vulnerable owl species.
A baby raccoon was found burned so severely that it was unrecognizable as a raccoon. Demand that the person responsible is punished harshly.
The legal export of antique ivory from the United Kingdom is fueling global demand and putting Africa’s remaining elephants at risk. Help protect these majestic creatures and tell the British government this trade must be brought to an end.
The grey long-eared bat of Southern Europe is in danger due to climate change and other factors. These particular bats hold the key to the survival of the bat species as a whole due to their superior genes. Sign this petition to help save this population from being wiped out.
Wildlife in West Africa’s Tai National Park is dying of the anthrax bacteria, particularly the chimpanzee. Scientists are seeking protection for these animals, and they need as much support as possible in this endeavor. Sign this petition to support the scientists and prevent future anthrax deaths among animals.
Aardvarks in a South African desert may go extinct soon due to climate change, and as a result will render many other species of wildlife helpless and slated to die out. Sign this petition to demand stronger protection of these animals and more efforts to fight climate change.
Frogs in California may face extinction. They are in danger of losing their habitat. Sign the petition and demand that their habitat continue to be protected.
The Endangered Species Act is under attack. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is backing White House bills that will chip away at the act. This not only goes against what the department stands for, but will cripple the ESA at a time the planet needs it the most. Sign this petition to demand the USFWS revoke its support of the White House’s anti-environmental bills.
Non-native mountain goats in Washington State’s Olympic National Park may soon be shot on sight if a new management proposal goes through. Tell park officials that lethal means of control are inhumane and alternatives must be sought.
More than 100 elephants were allegedly poisoned by poachers at a national park in Zimbabwe. Demand these suspects be tried and punished under the fullest extent of the law if found guilty of killing these innocent creatures.
The Vietnamese government has agreed to close bear bile farms, thanks to the ongoing efforts of animal rights organizations and activists worldwide. Sign the petition to support this decision.
A cub fathered by the famous Cecil the Lion, who made headlines following his murder in 2015, has now met the same tragic fate at the hands of hunters. Sign this petition to urge the government of Zimbabwe to do more to protect these majestic creatures.
Congress is holding hearings on five bills aimed at significantly weakening protections for endangered species. This would threaten survival of several vulnerable animals including the gray wolf. Sign the below petition calling on lawmakers to vote in favor of environmental sustainability.
According to new research, emperor penguins may go extinct by the end of this century due to the effects of global warming. Sign this petition to demand that these birds be listed as endangered so that they may have a chance of survival.
The Santa Catalina rattlesnake is a critically endangered snake endemic to the island of Isla Santa Catalina. It is nearly extinct in the wild. Urge the government of Mexico to better protect this fragile species.
