Endangered Species

The term Endangered Species is often (mis)used. What does it really mean?

• Endangered species – means a species it is at risk of extinction in most of its range.
• Jaguars, whooping cranes, and leatherback sea turtles are endangered species in the US.
• Bald eagles, gray wolves, and American alligators were once endangered.
• These species have recovered significantly because of conservation efforts and are not endangered.