Endangered Species
A plant or animal species is endangered when its continuing survival is in doubt. Endangered plants and animals face the risk of becoming extinct, disappearing completely from the world of living things. Scientists know from studying the fossil record that the great majority of all species that ever existed are now extinct. However, the current rate of extinction is extremely high, compared to past levels, and human activities appear to be a major factor.
A plant or animal species is endangered when its continuing survival is in doubt. Endangered plants and animals face the risk of becoming extinct, disappearing completely from the world of living things.
A variety of human activities can cause a species to become extinct. Hunting, fishing, or gathering may reduce the…>> (read more)
Endangered Species in the News
Byline: Corey Paul
The Recreation and Park Department missed its July 31 deadline to finish a study on how Sharp Park Golf Course should protect two endangered…>> (read more)
Just when you thought it was safe, the golf debate is rearing its head. Again.
Pacifica Mayor Julie Lancelle, a longtime proponent of Sharp Park Golf Course…>> (read more)
Byline: Jane Kay; Chronicle Environment Writer
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Wednesday a proposed settlement of a lawsuit that could result in scrutiny of how dozens…>> (read more)
Endangered Species Statistics
