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Established in 1964, The International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. The IUCN Red List is a critical indicator of the health of the world’s biodiversity.
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- Baobab Tree
- Monkey Puzzle Tree
- Dragon Tree
- Cork
- Venus Fly Trap
- Green Pitcher Plant
- Rafflesia
- Black Bat-Flower
- Golden Barrel Cactus
- Vaseline
This tree is a unique source of life. While it only sprouts leaves for three months of the year, its thick and twisted stem can store water. To withstand the dry seasons, the people in Madagascar and India would frequently build their homes on top of Baobab roots. Climate change and urban sprawl are damaging its native habitat, putting this impress...
Chile’s national tree is on the endangered species list. Industrialization and the destruction of its natural environment have impeded its wild growth. The wood of the monkey puzzle tree is highly prized as a material for fine furniture and ornaments. However, it has been over-harvested over the years and is in danger of going extinct in the wild.
Dragon trees are one of the most endangered species in the world. Native to Cape Verde, Morocco, and Portugal, dragon trees are in danger of extinction due to the destruction of their habitat. Dragon trees take over 30 years to reach full maturity and are deemed endangered due to deforestation. Dragon trees can grow for thousands of years. They can...
Cork is harvested from the cork oak tree, which is native to the Mediterranean region. The tree’s bark is gathered in a process known as “corking.” Each year, about 15 million trees are harvested to produce cork. Cork demand is increasing yearly, leading to deforestation and forest degradation in Mediterranean countries. This endangers the natural ...
The Venus fly trap is an insect-eating plant native to North Americaand critically endangered in the wild. These plants have a trap that snaps shut when an insect or animal comes near them. They are highly prized in the horticultural industry and are endangered due to habitat loss and collection for the horticultural trade. Given that it has no val...
The Green Pitcher Plant is a perennial plant native to South America. It grows in moist forests and open scrubland. The plant has a 20-25cm long tube at one end lid that forms a funnel shape. The plant uses this lid to protect itself from invaders such as insects, scorpions, and snakes. The pitcher contains a liquid that is good for digesting insec...
Rafflesia is the largest flower on earth. A single flower can grow up to 1 meter in diameter and weigh up to 5 kilograms. These beautiful plants can be found throughout Southeast Asia in Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei, Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines. However, some countries, such as the Philippines, can grow only in a few areas, and other coun...
The black Bat Flower is exceptionally scarce in the wild and is challenging to cultivate. It, too, is a deadly plant, yet its flower elixir has excellent detoxifying properties, dissolving dread, fear, concern, and emotional debris. Its flowers are enormous, reaching about a foot in diameter. A whisker-like froth reaching the ground encircles the v...
The golden barrel cactus, which also goes by the name “mother-in-law-cushion has been known to live for more than a century. It is also a common plant that thrives in warm regions despite its resistance to drought. Sadly, its habitat has been destroyed due to land development and excessive grazing. Today, this plant is now considered endangered.
Vaseline is an attractive climbing plant with pink flowers resembling little bells that bloom in late summer and early autumn. Vaseline is found on wooded slopes and edges, in open forests, and beside streams. It enjoys damp soil but may even thrive in arid conditions. The plant thrives in direct sunlight and can be grown by seed or cuttings. Impor...
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The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ is the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global extinction risk status of animal, fungus and plant species. Open to all, it is used by governmental bodies, non-profit organisations, businesses and individuals.
Yellow anacondas are also taken for the pet trade. However, anacondas are unpredictable and dangerous and few people take on the challenge of keeping an anaconda as a pet. Yellow anacondas are kept by zoos, where they are a popular attraction. People are intrigued by these species and also terrified by them. ("Anaconda", 1971) Positive Impacts ...
30-70. kg lbs. Length. 3-4.6. m ft. The Green anaconda ( Eunectes murinus) is a boa species found in South America. It is the heaviest and one of the longest-known extant snake species. Like all boas, it is a non-venomous constrictor. No.
References. List of IUCN Red List Vulnerable plants. Extinct in the wild (EW): 45 species. Critically endangered (CR): 5,702 species. Endangered (EN): 10,901 species. Vulnerable (VU): 9,673 species. Near threatened (NT, LR/cd): 4,160 species. Least concern (LC): 30,554 species. Data deficient (DD): 5,371 species. Plant species (IUCN, 2023-1)
List of endangered plants. Extinct in the wild (EW): 45 species. Critically endangered (CR): 5,702 species. Endangered (EN): 10,901 species. Vulnerable (VU): 9,673 species. Near threatened (NT, LR/cd): 4,160 species. Least concern (LC): 30,554 species. Data deficient (DD): 5,371 species. Plant species (IUCN, 2023-1)
