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Lesser Florican: A Critically Endangered Species
Food: Lesser Floricans are granivorous, feeding on seeds, insects, and occasionally small invertebrates.
Conservation:
• Critically Endangered Status: Listed as Critically

Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
• Habitat Loss: Major threat due to agricultural
expansion and overgrazing.
• Conservation Efforts: Focus on habitat protection,
anti-poaching measures, community involvement,
monitoring, and awareness raising.
Do's and Don'ts for Lesser Florican Conservation:
• Do: Support conservation organizations working to

protect grasslands and Lesser Floricans.
• Do: Spread awareness about the plight of this species.
• Do: Report any illegal activities related to Lesser
Floricans to authorities.
• Don't: Disturb their habitat or breeding grounds.
• Don't: Attempt to capture or handle these birds.
• Don't: Support the illegal trade in wildlife products.
By understanding the threats faced by the Lesser Florican and

supporting conservation efforts, we can contribute to its
survival.
Sources:
https://empowerias.com/blog/prelims-special-facts/bats-and-thier-natural-role-empower-ias
Dhole: An Endangered species
Food: Dholes are carnivores, primarily feeding on large ungulates like deer, wild boar, and antelope. They
are known for their pack hunting behavior.
Conservation:
• Critically Endangered Status: Listed as

Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
• Habitat Loss: Major threat due to
deforestation and fragmentation.
• Poaching: Illegal hunting for their fur and
body parts.
• Disease: Canine distemper is a significant
threat.
• Human-Wildlife Conflict: Attacks on
livestock can lead to retaliatory killings.
Do's and Don'ts for Dhole Conservation:
• Do: Support conservation organizations

working to protect dholes and their habitat.
• Do: Spread awareness about the plight of
dholes.
• Do: Report any illegal activities related to
dholes to authorities.
• Don't: Disturb dhole habitats or interfere with
their activities.
• Don't: Feed dholes as it can lead to dependency and conflict with humans.
• Don't: Support the illegal wildlife trade.
Indian pangolin: an Endangered Species
Food: Indian Pangolins are insectivores, primarily feeding on ants and termites. They use their long, sticky
tongues to capture these insects.
Conservation:

• Habitat Loss: Major threat due to deforestation
and conversion of land for agriculture.
• Poaching: Illegal hunting for their scales and
meat.
• Illegal Trade: High demand for pangolin
products in international markets.
Do's and Don'ts for Pangolin Conservation:
• Do: Support conservation organizations working

to protect pangolins and their habitat.
• Do: Spread awareness about the plight of
pangolins.
• Do: Report any illegal activities related to
pangolins to authorities.
• Don't: Buy or sell pangolin products.
• Don't: Disturb pangolin habitats.
• Don't: Attempt to capture or handle pangolins.
Tiger : An Endangered Species
Food: Bengal tigers are carnivores, primarily feeding on large ungulates such as deer, wild boar, and gaur.
They may also prey on smaller animals like monkeys, peafowl, and porcupines.
Conservation:

• Habitat Loss: Major threat due to deforestation
and fragmentation.
• Poaching: Illegal hunting for their body parts.
• Human-Wildlife Conflict: Attacks on livestock
and humans leading to retaliatory killings.
Do's and Don'ts for Tiger Conservation:
• Do: Support conservation organizations working

to protect tigers and their habitat.
• Do: Spread awareness about the importance of
tiger conservation.
• Do: Report any illegal activities related to tigers to
authorities.
• Don't: Support the illegal wildlife trade.
• Don't: Disturb tiger habitats or interfere with their activities.
• Don't: Feed tigers or attempt to get close to them.
https://thewhiskerchronicles.com/2014/06/06/extinct-in-the-wild/
Yellow Monitor Lizard: An Endangered Species
Food: Yellow monitor lizards are carnivorous and primarily feed on insects, small vertebrates, and eggs.
Conservation:
• Least Concern Status: Currently, the

Yellow Monitor Lizard is listed as
Least Concern on the IUCN Red List,
indicating a lower risk of extinction.
• Threats: While not currently
endangered, habitat loss and illegal
pet trade can still pose threats to their
populations.
Do's and Don'ts for Yellow Monitor

Lizard Conservation:
• Do: Observe from a distance and

respect their habitat.
• Do: Report any signs of illegal trade
or harm to these lizards.
• Don't: Disturb their nesting sites or
feeding areas.
• Don't: Attempt to capture or handle
these animals.
• Don't: Contribute to the illegal pet trade.
https://empowerias.com/blog/prelims-special-facts/bats-and-thier-natural-role-empower-ias
https://thewhiskerchronicles.com/2014/06/06/extinct-in-the-wild/
Red-headed Vulture: An Endangered Species

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Lesser Florican: A Critically Endangered Species

• Critically Endangered Status: Listed as Critically

Do's and Don'ts for Lesser Florican Conservation:

• Do: Support conservation organizations working to

By understanding the threats faced by the Lesser Florican and

• Critically Endangered Status: Listed as

Do's and Don'ts for Dhole Conservation:

• Do: Support conservation organizations

• Critically Endangered Status: Listed as

Do's and Don'ts for Pangolin Conservation:

• Do: Support conservation organizations working

• Critically Endangered Status: Listed as

Do's and Don'ts for Tiger Conservation:

• Do: Support conservation organizations working

• Least Concern Status: Currently, the

Do's and Don'ts for Yellow Monitor

• Do: Observe from a distance and

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