Endangered Species Act

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Millions of Javan Rhinos are being tortured and left to bleed out in the hot desert sun with predators on the constant watch. The rate of endangered species is increasing incredibly due to poachers killing animals. Poachers have contributed to the endangerment of many animals. The community is also taking ownership of individual animals’ habitats. Something must be done about the vast number of species on the endangered species lists. On the bright side, the Endangered Species Act has made significant strides in guiding many species out of peril and onto the journey toward safety.
“[The word] Endangered means to be under threat or near extinction. When a species/animal is endangered it means that they are disappearing fast or have a tiny …show more content…

The ESA has been in force for more than 40 years. Their goal is to prevent extinction and to recover plants and animals that are prominently exposed to humans. The Endangered species Act strives to protect the ecosystems of the endangered species, therefore, helping the animals themselves (Endangered species act). The Endangered Species Act is an organization that promotes the preservation and protection of threatened and endangered plants and animals and their own …show more content…

Scientists estimate we're now losing species at 1,000 to 10,000 times the background rate, with literally dozens going extinct every day”(The Extinction Crisis). Because of this research, we can see that protecting endangered species is important. The biodiversity of animals on the Earth has provided the world with contributions to medicine, benefits to agriculture, and environmental monitors along with ecosystem support. We can protect endangered species by learning about the species in your area, volunteering at your nearest refuge or local conservation group, reducing waste and energy consumption, and sharing news and relevant information with your social

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