Vulnerable
The species isn't endangered yet. But they are at
serious risk of becoming endangered if their numbers are reduced, perhaps by habitat
destruction or introduced pests. |
Rare
Can only be found in a few places, for example,
off-shore islands. They are very vulnerable but are not quite endangered, as long as their
habitats (homes) are safe and they are reproducing (breeding) without help from people. |
Endangered
There are low numbers of a species and it will become
critically endangered if the species does not breed successfully. Endangered species are
very vulnerable to habitat destruction and pests. They may need to be moved to safe places
to be able to reproduce. |
Critically
Endangered
Numbers are very low and unless the species receives
special attention they will become extinct. A critically endangered species needs to be
kept safe from predators, like rats and cats and weeds. They often need to be moved to
safe places and given help to reproduce. |
Extinct
in the Wild
Some species can no longer be found in the wild. The
only ones still alive live in captivity, such as a zoo or a botanical garden. They are not
able to breed without help and protection from enemies. |
Extinct
Extinct means its too late!
If a species is extinct there are no more of that species alive in the whole world and
that's pretty sad. |
