Animal Conservation
The world is facing an unprecedented crisis to wildlife as their very existence continues to be threatened largely by human activities. Urgent action is needed to protect our planet's biodiversity before countless species are lost forever, threatening the delicate balance of our ecosystems.
The loss of habitat as a result of farming, mining and new development has dramatically shrunk the natural space available to wildlife. The loss of space, climate change and an insatiable demand for wildlife products, in some instances being fed by transnational organized crime, are conspiring to have a dramatic impact on the seas, savannahs, forests and plains across the world where various species live and thrive.
The effects are catastrophic with various animal species coming under threat of existence, with about 100,000 elephants killed between 2010-2012 alone and as many as 3 rhinos poached every day during the same period. Local extinctions are now being announced annually with Pangolins now thought to be the most illegally trafficked mammal in the world thereby reducing their numbers in their natural ecosystems which rely on them so much. This puts a huge burden on countries where these species naturally occur to protect them, straining already stretched resources.
The United Nations (UN) has played a pivotal role in animal conservation, leveraging its global influence, resources, and collaborative frameworks to address the pressing issues that threaten wildlife. Through its various agencies, conventions, and partnerships, the UN has made significant strides in protecting biodiversity and promoting sustainable practices that benefit both animals and ecosystems.
Animals
in Focus
This month we focus on four animals that have enjoyed a recent rebirth through restoration efforts from our partner agencies.




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World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

Stockholm World Water Week
World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

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World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

Stockholm World Water Week
World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

Stockholm World Water Week
World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.
Our Initiatives
With initiatives already underway, with more to follow, the United Nations is taking an active role in the restoration of animal populations throughout the world.
These initiatives are not just about saving individual species but are crucial steps towards preserving overall biodiversity and maintaining a balanced ecosystem. By focusing on the restoration of endangered and threatened species, we are ensuring the health and stability of ecosystems that are vital for the survival of countless other organisms. This effort is not only about protecting wildlife but also about securing a sustainable future for future generations. Each initiative contributes to a larger goal of environmental stewardship and ecological resilience.
You can view all our initiatives below and can also submit your initiative focused on biodiversity and ecosystem regeneration below.
You can view all our initiatives below and can also submit your initiative focused on biodiversity and ecosystem regeneration below.
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World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

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World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

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World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

Stockholm World Water Week
World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.
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World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

Wild For Life
World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

Wild For Life
World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

Wild For Life
World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

Wild For Life
World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

Wild For Life
World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

Wild For Life
World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.

Wild For Life
World Water Week 2024 is centered on water cooperation, for peace and security in its broadest sense.