Animal Conservation

Success: Endangered Species Recovering at Record Levels

Grey_Wolf_by_USFWSEndangered species are recovering at a record rate thanks to proactive government protections. Applaud these extremely encouraging statistics and thank the officials responsible for protecting these vulnerable animals.

Success: Orangutan Populations Increasing

Sumatrian orangutan female and cubOrangutan populations are finally increasing at a major national park. Thank the people responsible for helping to make this a reality.

Success: Season’s Bear Hunt Canceled

black_bear_by_rikkisrefuge_otherFlorida black bears will be safe from hunters this year thanks to caring commissioners and advocates. Thank the amazing people who fought to stop the senseless killing of these spectacular animals.

Success: Wildlife Conservation Center Saved From Closure

coyote_pup_by_chris_pawlukA valuable, non-profit animal conservation center has been saved from closure. Sign this petition to applaud the approval of a 20-year permit that will enable the organization to continue its rescue and rehabilitation work.

Success: Ivory Sales Banned in the U.S.

elephant-geoff-hall-dpcVirtually all sales of ivory from African elephants will now be banned in the U.S. Praise officials for this vital action that is essential to protecting elephants from illegal poaching and extinction.

Success: U.S. to Enact Near-Total Ivory Ban

elephant_by_william_warbyA near-total ivory ban will soon be taking effect in the U.S. Sign this petition to applaud the completion of these new laws and thank the U.S. government for fighting against poaching and the illegal wildlife trade.

Success: Maryland Becomes First State to Ban Dangerous Pesticides

Honey_bee_on_a_dandelion_by_OrangeaurochsHarmful pesticides that have contributed to the deaths of countless bees will soon be outlawed in the state of Maryland. Thank the state’s legislators for enacting this progressive measure and demonstrating a commitment to protecting the nation’s rapidly dwindling bee populations.

Success: Wild Horses Will Be Protected In Arizona

wild horses by John HarwoodWild horses in Arizona will no longer be removed from their natural habitat by federal agencies, thanks to a bill which recently passed the state legislature. Sign this petition to thank legislators for protecting the wild horse population.

Success: Endangered Kakapo Parrot Sees Population Boom

kakapo-chicks-by-dianne-masonThe endangered Kakapo parrot’s numbers have increased 30 percent this year under the supervision of the New Zealand Department of Conservation. Applaud this increase in the Kakapo population as a win for animal conservation.

Success: Mexican Gray Wolves Protected From Extinction

gray-wolf-by-Eric-KilbyThe Mexican gray wolf will now be saved from extinction, thanks to a lawsuit requiring the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to develop a plan. Applaud this win for animal conservation.

Success: Rhino Horn Trade Will Not Be Legalized

SONY DSCSouth Africa has decided not to propose an end to the ban on the international rhino horn trade, a move that would have left rhinos even more vulnerable to poachers. Sign this petition to applaud the country’s decision to maintain the ban, and urge further action to protect the rhino from extinction.

Success: New Law Prevents Overfishing

Anchovy by OARHundreds of dead or dying sea lions have been washing ashore due to starvation. Chile has recently implemented new laws that restrict overfishing practices in its oceans. Sign this petition to thank the government of Chile for protecting the delicate balance of marine life.

Praise Corporations for Pledging to Combat Wildlife Trafficking

USWTA_Rnd 8_option 2A partnership geared toward ending the illegal wildlife trade has recently been announced by an alliance of major corporations. Praise these efforts to fight wildlife trafficking and cut off the supply of illegal animal products in the U.S.

Success: Protections Upheld for Fragile Polar Bear Habitat

Polar_Bear_AdF-By-Arturo-de-Frias-MarquesMassive amounts of Arctic land, including polar bear habitat, will remain protected from oil and gas development thanks to a responsible court decision. Thank the court for saving polar bears and fragile habitat from harmful fossil fuel activities.

Success: Wildlife Crime Police Unit Receives Funding

national-wildlife-crime-unit-by-nwcu.police.ukAn important wildlife crime unit has been saved from closure by government funding that will support its actions for at least four years. Sign this petition to thank the U.K. government for agreeing to fund this valuable police unit and urge them to continue taking steps to fight wildlife crime.

Success: Icelandic Whaling Company Cancels Hunt for Fin Whales

HvalurIceland’s only whaling company just announced that they will not be hunting endangered fin whales this summer. Sign this petition to thank the company for cancelling this season’s hunt and urge them to continue taking steps to protect endangered whales.

Success: Florida Panther Remains on Endangered Species List

Florida_panther_(Felis_concolor_coryi)_at_Jacksonville_Zoo_(3)-By-Moe-EpsilonFlorida panthers are remaining on the endangered species list, despite some people arguing that they should lose much needed protections. Applaud efforts to keep these animals on the endangered species list in order to protect this suffering species.

Success: California Protects Rare Species From Extinction

Marten_with_Flowers_by_US_FishandWildlifeCoastal martens are now protected as candidates for the California Endangered Species Act. Help us thank the California Fish and Wildlife Department for taking action to save this species from extinction.

Success: Public Park Saved From Disruptive Development

crystal-springs-by-unknownThe Washington State Parks Department has dropped plans for a privately owned RV park that would have harmed local wildlife by driving them away from planned animal highway bridges. Applaud the director for choosing to keep animals safe.

Success: Lions in Africa On Endangered Species List

african lion namibia kevin pluckOne of two subspecies of African lions has been placed on the endangered species list, and the other on the threatened species list. Applaud the decision made to try protect and conserve these majestic animals.

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