National Endangered Species Day
National Endangered Species Day
With a heavy heart, Iโd like to bring your awareness to National Endangered Species Day. An endangered species is โan animal or plant that is seriously at risk of extinction,โ according to Google. Can you imagine? An entire species completely wiped of its existence on Earth. Animals tend to become extinct due to the threat of predators, or, more commonly, a distinct change in its environment that the animal cannot adapt to.
Worldwildlife.org states that there are different categories of endangered species:
- Vulnerable. This is a species that is at a high risk of becoming extinct in the wild.
- Endangered. This is a species that is at a very high risk of becoming extinct.
- Critically endangered. This is a species that is at an extremely high risk of becoming extinct.
More than 26,500 species are endangered.
Here are some species that you may not have known are endangered:
- The Blue Whale. Did you know that the blue whale is the largest animal on the planet? There are less than 25,000 blue whales on the planet, according to britannica.com. 20th-century whaling reduced the amount of blue whales by up to 90%.
- Gorilla. Itโs estimated that there are only approximately 220,000 gorillas in the wild. The cause for endangerment is habitat encroachment and poaching. The female only reproduces one every four years.
- Giant panda. The population of giant pandas is roughly 2,500 in China.
- Tigers. Tigers are poached to be used for โmedicineโ and as a trophy. China outlawed the consumption of tigers in 2014. Itโs estimated that there are fewer than 4,000 tigers left.
- Honey bees. This heartbreaking fact only recently became true. Bees lives are threatened by the use of pesticides and GMOs, climate change, viral diseases, loss of habitat. Not only does pollination feed humans, it feeds other animals too. The brutal truth is that we cannot survive without bees.
By researching and making yourself aware of the truth, you can start to take small steps in your everyday lives to prevent the extinction of these beautiful species.
If only we could protect these animals the way we protect our possessions with insurance. If only there was a way to insure the loss of an entire species.
Do you have questions about your insurance? Find an insurance agent near you with our Agent Finder
Search All Blogs
Search All Blogs
Read More Blogs
South America: Beyond the Basics
Surprising South America: Fun Facts, Hidden Gems, and Unexpected Trivia (You Won’t Believe #7!)
She Means Business: Powerful Women Who Built Billion Dollar empires
Conquering the Corporate Jungle: Inspiring Women-Led Businesses You Should Know (Free Business Insurance Quote!)
Your Life Insurance Policy: A Secret Savings Account?
Don’t Cash Out! Unlock the Hidden Benefits of Your Life Insurance Policy (Free Quote Included!)
Don’t Be a Drain! The Essential Fluids Your Car Needs to Flow
Car Care 101: Essential Fluids Explained (Don’t Get Stuck on the Side of the Road!)
How to Maximize Your Chances of Getting Your Security Deposit Back
Moving Out? Don’t Leave Your Money Behind! Get Your Security Deposit Back Every Time (and Maybe Even Renters Insurance!)
Garage Sale Gold! How to Turn Trash into Treasure (and Cash!)
Don’t Trash It, Sell It! Pro Tips for a Successful Garage Sale (and Extra Cash!)
Don’t Let Your Business Go Up in Smoke! Top 5 Causes of Commercial Fires (and How to Prevent Them)
Commercial Fire Safety: Protect Your Business from the Top Fire Threats (Free Quote Included!)
Taming the Paper Tiger: How to Keep Important Documents Safe
Don’t Let Your Important Documents Become Disaster Snacks! Safe Storage Tips Inside
A Fun Ride Through Auto Racing History (and How to Save on Insurance!)
Need for Speed: A History of Auto Racing in the US (Plus Save on Car Insurance!)
Dive into Safety: Essential Pool Tips for Fun (and Peace of Mind!)
Poolside Paradise or Potential Peril? Top Pool Safety Tips for Families