We all share a common goal: to protect iconic wildlife like bald eagles, wolves, and sea otters. We also strive for clean land, air, and water, ensuring ecosystems remain strong and stable.

That's why we consistently advocate for wildlife protection, working to preserve these vital natural resources for everyone.

We loved seeing wildlife conservation represented on the dance floor. Congratulations, #RobertIrwin; the animals are celebrating your dedication today.

Missing the show? Continue supporting wildlife by exploring Defenders of Wildlife's videos, blogs, and news. Visit their website to help secure a win for wildlife!

Brown bears are iconic inhabitants of wild landscapes across the Northern Hemisphere. These powerful omnivores are crucial to their ecosystems, demonstrating remarkable adaptability.

Known for their strength and diverse diets, brown bears thrive in varied habitats. Their presence signifies healthy, robust wilderness areas.

One species can protect an entire ecosystem. These are known as "umbrella species," exemplified by the northern spotted owl.

Their habitat supports not only themselves but also hundreds of other plants and animals. Protecting these key species thus safeguards whole ecosystems.

Unchecked extinction and unprotected wildlife mean losing more than just animals. We risk losing our greatest teachers, furry friends, and vital ties to the natural world—all within our lifetime.

However, through the Endangered Species Act and similar policies, we can ensure their safety.

Some native North American animals, though perhaps perceived as creepy, are undeniably cool and absolutely worth protecting. Their unique ecological roles are vital.

Defenders of Wildlife is dedicated to the protection and restoration of all native species across North America, ensuring even these often-misunderstood creatures thrive.

Witness the magnificent California condor in its natural habitat. As North America's largest land bird, it boasts an impressive 10-foot wingspan.

Watch it soar to heights of 15,000 feet, traveling up to 250 miles daily in search of its next meal.

Dr. Goodall, thank you for illuminating our understanding. Your insights highlight our profound responsibility to this world, our neighbors, and all life.

True care emerges only when we grasp this fundamental connection. It is our duty to protect and nurture our shared planet.

We all share a profound love for wildlife and our planet's wild places. These natural wonders are invaluable national treasures, essential for our future and the health of the global ecosystem.

Without collective action to protect them, these precious environments and the species they harbor face irreversible loss. It is imperative that we unite to safeguard them for generations to come.

The Center for Biological Diversity is actively fighting to save the Everglades from the destructive "Alligator Alcatraz" detention center. Join our upcoming webinar for an inside look at this critical legal battle, what lies ahead, and how your support drives this lifesaving campaign.

As a 501c3 nonprofit, the Center believes human welfare is deeply linked to nature. We use science, law, and creative media to protect lands, waters, and climate, securing a future for all species on the brink of extinction. Learn more at our website, take action, or donate to support our work. Find us on Facebook. For questions, email center@biologicaldiversity.org.

We might deny being obsessed with public lands, but if constant thought, deep love, advocacy, and spirited debate count, then perhaps we are. Aren't you, too?

Let's continue our fight to keep them public. Happy Public Lands Day!

The Center for Biological Diversity is a leading organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists. They are dedicated to fighting for endangered species and habitat protections across the planet.

To learn more about their vital work, please visit their website: biologicaldiversity.org

The Center for Biological Diversity is a leading organization. Its lawyers, scientists, and activists work globally to protect endangered species and their habitats.

Learn more about their vital work: biologicaldiversity.org

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Legal protections have enabled wolves to return to the West Coast, an inspiring conservation success story. By late 2024, 75 wolf families were known across the three-state region, with recovery still in early stages due to ample habitat.

The Center for Biological Diversity, a Tucson-based 501c3 nonprofit, believes human well-being is tied to nature’s diversity. We use science, law, and media to protect species, their habitats, and climate, ensuring a wild world for future generations.

For more information, visit our website, take action, or connect with us on social media. Direct questions to center@biologicaldiversity.org.

The Center for Biological Diversity is a leading organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists dedicated to protecting endangered species and habitats worldwide.

Learn more about their work: biologicaldiversity.org

The Center for Biological Diversity is a leading organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists dedicated to protecting endangered species and habitats globally.

Learn more about their work: biologicaldiversity.org

Mountain lions, more closely related to housecats than lions, face challenging lives in Central California's urban wildlands. Their habitat is fragmented by freeways and development. Despite their wild nature, puma kittens behave much like domestic cats, and their mothers even purr. (Footage courtesy of the National Park Service)

The Center for Biological Diversity, a Tucson-based 501c3 nonprofit, believes human welfare is deeply linked to nature's biodiversity. We use science, law, and creative media to protect species on the brink of extinction and safeguard the lands, waters, and climate they need. Our mission is to ensure future generations inherit a world where the wild thrives.

Meet the bone collector caterpillar, a newly described Hyposmocoma species. This rare carnivore (only 0.13% of caterpillars) lurks in spider webs, camouflaged by insect corpses, even preying on its own kind. Roughly the length of a fingernail, it's a fascinating example of nature's unique adaptations.

The Center for Biological Diversity is a Tucson-based 501c3 nonprofit. We believe human welfare is deeply linked to nature's vast diversity. Through science, law, and creative media, we work to protect species, their habitats, and climate, ensuring a wild world for future generations.

Connect with us: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | Take Action. Email center@biologicaldiversity.org for inquiries.

For a dopamine boost, watch baby kit fox siblings frolicking near a California den site on Instagram or YouTube. These tiny foxes—North America’s smallest native canines—frequently move den sites to evade predators, using over 60 different dens annually.

For decades, the Center for Biological Diversity, a Tucson-based 501c3 nonprofit, has fought to save these foxes from habitat loss, oil and gas development, and other threats. We believe human welfare is deeply linked to nature, working through science, law, and creative media to protect species and their habitats, ensuring a wild world for future generations.