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WWF: One hundred most threatened species on the planet
Javan and Sumatran rhinos 'critically endangered'
Fewer than 1,000 silky sifakas remain in the wild
The silky sifaka, a critically endangered lemur species found only in Madagascar, is one of the 100 most threatened species on the planet, according to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).
There are fewer than 1,000 silky sifakas remaining in the wild, and the species is facing a number of threats including habitat loss, hunting, and climate change.
The WWF's list of the 100 most threatened species also includes the Javan and Sumatran rhinos, both of which are critically endangered.
The Javan rhino is found only on the Indonesian island of Java, and there are fewer than 60 individuals remaining in the wild. The Sumatran rhino is found on the Indonesian island of Sumatra, and there are fewer than 80 individuals remaining in the wild.
Both species are facing a number of threats including habitat loss, poaching, and disease.
The WWF is working to protect all of the species on its list of the 100 most threatened species. The organization is working to conserve their habitats, reduce poaching, and raise awareness about the threats they face.
The WWF is also working to develop new technologies to help protect these species. For example, the organization is working on developing a new rhino horn detector that can be used to detect rhino horns that have been illegally poached.
The WWF is also working to educate local communities about the importance of these species and the threats they face. The organization is working to train local people to become wildlife rangers and to help them develop sustainable livelihoods that do not harm wildlife.
The WWF's work is helping to protect the 100 most threatened species on the planet. However, there is still much more work to be done. The WWF is calling on governments, businesses, and individuals to support its work to protect these species and their habitats.
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