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What is an Endangered Species?

Learn about endangered species, including their declining populations, small ranges, and the efforts being made to study, protect, and restore their populations. Explore the success story of the Antiguan racer and find out how you can make a difference in conservation efforts.

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What is an Endangered Species?

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  1. What is an Endangered Species?

  2. What is an endangered species? • A species that is at risk of extinction • A species with a small or declining population, or a very small range.

  3. Why are species endangered?

  4. Where are they found?

  5. What is being done? • Scientists study species in the wild using • Radio tracking collars • Ringing

  6. What is being done? • Captive breeding programmes • Reintroductions to the wild

  7. A Success Story!! This is the Antiguan racer. It was once thought to be the most endangered snake in the world. Thanks to captive breeding, re-introductions and the removal of rats, numbers are now increasing again.

  8. How can you help? • Be careful with your litter • litter pick your playground • Recycle • recycling one tonne of paper can save 17 trees! • Spread the word & Get involved!! • volunteer to take part in a local wildlife survey

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