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The animals are endangered species, you're on the brink of extinction because of their possibly more rooms, or in connection with changing environment. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) reported that 40 percent of the agency on the brink of extinction in the near future. 1963 IUCN Red List data on more than 15,500 species, after assessment of the risk of extinction of species and subspecies around the globe. This list is also known as Red endangered species on the IUCN Red List.
Among the many ecosystems are characterized by dense tropical rainforest animals (1750-2000 mm). Tropical forests are among the richest ecosystems on earth, and is known as "treasure of the earth. We anticipate that more than 50 percent of the total number of species in tropical forests. However, in response to climate change and human activities are trying to land in many species under threat. Let's look at some of the most endangered animals in the forest.
Golden Lion Tamarind Mono: Mono Golden Lion Tamarind (Leontopithecus scientific name) is located in the coastal plains in the state of Rio de Janeiro (Brazil). Included in the list of endangered species and their degree less than 5000 square km. The reason for the decline in population in the hunt for its excellent human skin.
Chimpanzees: chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes scientific name) in almost all countries, particularly in African forests. Although the chimpanzee and monkey populations dominant species declined in the last decade, largely due to human exploitation and habitats.
Forest: Red Lists', gorillas (Gorilla gorilla Scientific name) are classified as threatened. It is estimated that 80% of the population has disappeared over the last three generations (generation 22 years). The reason for the decline in hunting, the changing quality of the environment caused disease and death. Gorila prevalent in the forests of West Central Africa.
Orangutan: orangutan (tennis Abelia scientific name) will appear on the list of endangered species, such as reducing the population estimated at around 80% in last 75 years. Located in the jungles of southern Sumatra, Borneo habitats and hunting are the main threats i. orang-utans.
