In the wild, the distinctive coloring of this animal’s fur is used as camouflage. Like their larger namesake, they have a taste for bamboo! With less than 10,000 individuals in the wild, these endangered animals are battling habitat loss and poaching.
Unlike our pet cats, this wild cat does best in the wetlands - and even hunts for fish in the water! These animals are classified as vulnerable and face habitat loss and hunting.
These endangered primates are easily recognizable by their striped tails! They move easily through the trees but are just as comfortable on the ground, which is unusual for the species. They face habitat loss, hunting and the illegal pet trade.
Found in the rainforests of Brazil, these endangered monkeys get their name from their impressive manes! Their homes are disappearing due to logging, agriculture and industrial growth.
Critically endangered, these fierce feline predators are the smallest subspecies reaching about 7-8 feet in length. Native to the island of Sumatra, these cats compete with palm oil and acacia plantations, poaching, and loss of their prey.
These arboreal (tree-dwelling) apes are highly adapted to life above ground, using their long arms to help them get from tree to tree. They can cover gaps as large as 32 feet! They are endangered due to habitat loss and poaching.
These birds may have more feathers per square inch than any other type of bird, but they don’t actually fly! Of the 18 species of this bird, five – including this one - are listed as endangered.
This small mammal is best known for its soft, dense fur -- as many as 60 hairs grow out of one follicle! Unfortunately, collection of their fur is one of the reasons they’re listed as critically endangered in the wild.
Named for the striking pattern on their shells, these petite tortoises are critically endangered and considered functionally extinct throughout much of their range. Habitat loss and collection as food and for the pet trade means so few individuals are left in the wild that it is hard for them to find mates. As you explore today, take time to visit our vulnerable (V), near threatened (NT), endangered (E), and critically endangered (CE) animals. Check out each exhibit to learn more about each one as well as ways you may be able to help their wild counterparts!
□ Asian small-clawed otter (V) □ Spotted eagle ray (NT) □ Whitespotted bamboo shark (NT) □ Cownose ray (NT) □ Brownbanded bamboo shark (NT) □ Branch-capped coral (NT) □ Blacknose shark (NT) □ Giant clam (V) □ Sandbar shark (V) □ African penguin (E) □ Golden lion tamarin (CE)
□ Alligator snapping turtle (V) □ Mexican red-knee tarantula (NT) □ Eastern box turtle (V) □ Komodo dragon (V) □ Diamondback terrapin (NT) □ Gila monster (NT
□ Aldabra tortoise (V) □ Fossa (V) □ Giant anteater (V) □ Red-ruffed lemur (CE) □ Maned wolf (NT) □ Ring-tailed lemur (E) □ Fishing cat (V) □ Green-winged macaw (V) □ Sumatran tiger (CE) □ Burmese star tortoise (CE) □ Long-tailed chinchilla (CE) □ Javan gibbon (E) □ European rabbit (NT) □ Red panda (E) □ Rhinoceros iguana (V)
What can we do to help endangered species? AZA, SSP, & CONSERVATION IN ACTION
As an AZA (Association of Zoos and Aquariums) accredited organization, we are committed to maintaining a sustainable and genetically diverse population of animals through our participation in the Species Survival Plan (SSP), conservation research and practices, education, and supporting local and global conservation efforts. Please visit www.greensboroscience.org/conservation to learn more about our current projects and how you can get involved!
Ready to make few simple changes to help animals and the environment? Choose to use a reusable water bottle, straws, cutlery, and bags. A few little changes, made by a whole lot of people, can make a world of difference!