Global Water Forum

Damián Bakarcic

Morten Skogly

Smabs Sputzer

Raphs

Po'ouli (2004)

• A native of Maui, Hawaii, the Po'ouli, or Black-faced Honeycreeper, was only discovered in the 1970s. The birds inhabited the southwestern slope of Haleakala volcano. But the population declined rapidly, and by 1997 there were only three known Po'ouli left. Efforts to save the remaining birds failed and the species was formally declared extinct seven years later.

• Cause of extinction: Habitat loss, along with disease, predators and a decline in its food source — native tree snails — are all seen as reasons for the bird's demise.

http://www.popularmechanics.com/science/animals/g201/recently-extinct-animals-list-470209/

Madeiran Large White (2007)

• The stunning Madeiran Large White butterfly was found in the valleys of the Laurisilva forests on Portugal's Madeira Islands. The butterfly's closest relative, the Large White, is common across Europe, Africa and Asia.

• Cause of extinction: Loss of habitat due to construction as well as pollution from agricultural fertilizers are two major causes of the species' decline.

http://www.popularmechanics.com/science/animals/g201/recently-extinct-animals-list-470209/

Javan Tiger (1979)

• Similar in appearance to the Sumatran tiger, the Javan tiger was native to the Indonesian island of Java. In the 1800s they were so common they were considered pests by island natives, but as the island was developed their population dwindled. By the 1950s, only 20 tigers remained.

• Cause of extinction: Loss of habitat and agricultural development led to severe population decline. Conservation efforts in the 1940s and '50s were unsuccessful due to a lack of adequate land and planning.

http://www.popularmechanics.com/science/animals/g201/recently-extinct-animals-list-470209/

Spix's Macaw (2004)

• Spix's Macaw, also called the Little Blue Macaw, was known for its beautiful blue feathers. While some still exist in captivity, these tiny blue birds are extinct in the wild.

• Cause of extinction: Habitat destruction and illegal trapping and trade contributed to the macaw's dwindling numbers.

http://www.popularmechanics.com/science/animals/g201/recently-extinct-animals-list-470209/

Round Island Burrowing Boa (1975)

• Native to Round Island, a tiny island off the coast of Mauritius, the Round Island Burrowing Boa preferred to live on the topsoil layers of volcanic slopes. It was once found on several other islands around Mauritius, but its population had dwindled by the 1940s, and it could only be found on Round Island after 1949. It was last seen in 1975.

• Cause of extinction: The introduction of non-native species of rabbits and goats to the island destroyed vegetation and upset the boa's habitat.

http://www.popularmechanics.com/science/animals/g201/recently-extinct-animals-list-470209/

Why did these animals become extinct? How could they have been saved?

Saving Georgia’s WildlifeOur Animal ____________________________________

Description

Habitat

Diet

Threats

What are some ways we could save this animal?

What information do we need in order to develop a plan?

Saving Georgia’s WildlifeProject Guidelines

Georgia’s animals need your help!

You will:

• conduct research on ways that you can help save Georgia’s endangered animals.

• develop a web page to share your ideas with others!

• create a visual of your solution. This could be a 3D model or a poster that you draw. A picture of this will be included on the web page.

Webpage Requirements:-- Description of Animal

-- Description of problem-- Detailed solution and action steps for Georgians

Visual Requirements:-- Clear representation of habitat

-- Visual representation of the problem--Visual representation of your solution

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