Ten Endangered Wildlife, Fish & Plants Impacted by Climate Change

Akikiki © Jack Jeffrey

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This report demonstrates ways that our changing climate is increasing the risk of extinction for eleven species on the brink of disappearing forever.

The report focuses on ten species, as well as an online poll winner, that are listed or being reviewed as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act. The global warming threats to these species include increased disease, diminished reproduction, lost habitat, reduced food supply, and other impacts.

Introduction
About the Report

Profiled Species

'Akikiki or Kaua'i Creeper
Elkhorn Coral
Bull Trout
Canada Lynx
Pacific Salmon
Leatherback Sea Turtle
Grizzly Bear
Bog Turtle
Western Prairie Fringed Orchid
Flatwoods Salamander
Activists' Choice: Polar Bear

2008 Top Ten - Without a Net

ESC's 2008 report Without a Net, Top Ten Wildlife, Fish and Plants in Need of Endangered Species Act Protection is available here.