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    Endangered Species Asia: Presentation Created By: Karen Yohe and Cassandra Gonzalez

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    Many animal species in Asia are endangered due to human activity and loss of habitat. This includes mammals like snow leopards, giant pandas, and Asian elephants threatened by poaching, habitat loss, and loss of prey. Birds such as the Japanese crested ibis and Gurney's pitta face declining populations mainly due to habitat loss. Reptiles such as three crocodile species and the Indian python are threatened by illegal hunting and habitat destruction. Conservation groups and government programs hope to protect these animals and their habitats.

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    Many animal species in Asia are endangered due to human activity and loss of habitat. This includes mammals like snow leopards, giant pandas, and Asian elephants threatened by poaching, habitat loss, and loss of prey. Birds such as the Japanese crested ibis and Gurney's pitta face declining populations mainly due to habitat loss. Reptiles such as three crocodile species and the Indian python are threatened by illegal hunting and habitat destruction. Conservation groups and government programs hope to protect these animals and their habitats.

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    Many animal species in Asia are endangered due to human activity and loss of habitat. This includes mammals like snow leopards, giant pandas, and Asian elephants threatened by poaching, habitat loss, and loss of prey. Birds such as the Japanese crested ibis and Gurney's pitta face declining populations mainly due to habitat loss. Reptiles such as three crocodile species and the Indian python are threatened by illegal hunting and habitat destruction. Conservation groups and government programs hope to protect these animals and their habitats.

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    Endangered Species Asia

    Presentation created by : Karen Yohe and Cassandra Gonzalez

    Introduction
    Many of Asias creatures are struggling with the ongoing threats that challenge their own existence. According to the New York Times Humans directly affect roughly 83 percent of the earths terrestrial surface and all of the aquatic realm. The entire spectrum of species from mammals to reptiles is being continuously affected by the repercussions of human interference. With help from conservations and the government, Society hopes to eliminate these threats and gives these animals have a second chance at survival.

    Mammals
    The Snow Leopard

    Snow Leopard
    Central Asia Live in the Mountains (9,800-17,000 ft above ground) Snow Leopards have thick fur coats and large nasal cavities. According to snowleopards.org Researchers estimate that there are between 3,500 and 7,000 snow leopards left in the wild. Their existence is being threatened by various factors such as loss of habitat, loss of prey and poaching. However there is hope for the snow leopard with the help of various conservations and the government.

    Mammals
    The Giant Panda

    Giant Panda
    China Pandas are found in forest patches high up in the mountains of south-western China.

    The Giant Panda population is currently down to about 1,600.


    Some of the major contributors to the decline in the Giant Panda population are loss of habitat as well as poaching. In their efforts to protect these cherished creatures, the Chinese community has created twelve sanctuaries including its largest, the Wonlong Nature Reserve .

    Mammals
    The Asian Elephant

    Asian Elephant
    The Asian elephant can be seen in countries such as Cambodia, China, Indonesia, and India. Their species is threatened by poaching for their tusks, meat as well as body parts for customary medicines. Habit loss due to the increase of human population is also another factor. Invasion of their habit has brought the attention of the Flora and Fauna International. They have worked together with Cambodia and Indonesia and their governments to protect their forests as well patrol and prevent trade in elephant parts.

    Birds
    Japanese Crested Ibis

    Japanese Crested Ibis


    The Japanese Crested Ibis are considered endangered throughout China, Japan and Korea. They are now only found in China and live within the wetlands or woodlands. The reasoning behind the decline in population is mainly due habitat loss contributed by extensive use of agricultural chemicals as well as overhunting. The Chinese government is continuing to observe the Japanese Crest Ibis and has successfully bred them.

    Birds
    The Gurneys Pitta

    The Gurneys Pitta


    Southern Thailand the population of the the Gurneys Pitta is around 50 within that area due habitat destruction and agricultural pursuits. Despite these challenges, the species of Gurneys Pitta has been acknowledged by the British Birdwatching Fair who contributed 200,000 pounds towards the conservation of the Gurneys Pitta.

    Fish
    Thailand Giant Catfish

    Thailand Giant Fish


    Mekong basin Largest freshwater fish Migratory species Overfishing & habitat loss

    Fish
    Julliens Golden Carp

    Julliens Golden Carp


    Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Thailand & Vietnam Large rivers or lakes Overfishing & human capture Legally protected in Laos

    Reptiles
    Mugger Crocodile

    Mugger Crocodile

    India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka Lakes, rivers & marshes Fish, frogs, crustaceans, birds & mammals Illegal skin trading

    Reptiles
    Siamese Crocodile

    Siamese Crocodile

    Hunting & habitat destruction Mekong River basin & wetlands in Cambodia Fish, snakes, insect & frogs Bred in captivity

    Reptiles
    Indian Python

    Indian Python
    Southern Asia Largest snake species in Asia Valleys, woodlands, forests, grasslands & swamps Birds & mammals Illegally killed for skin & meat Tamil Nadu Government

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