IUCN Species Survival Commission

New IUCN Save Our Species Impact Report Explore the latest IUCN Save Our Species impact report, which highlights efforts to address emerging conservation threats in Africa. Over the past five years, the initiative has supported 46 grantees across 23 countries. For more details on the achievements and lessons learned, join the upcoming webinar on August 21. The event will feature presentations from project grantees, conservation experts, and members of the European Commission 💻 Webinar Wednesday, 21 August 2024 via Zoom 14:00 – 15:40 CEST 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dDwK5NvJ #SpeciesConservation #SaveOurSpecies #WeAreSSC

📢 The latest issue of the SSC Quarterly Report is here! 🔹 Dive into our June 2024 edition featuring critical intervention letters on conservation issues in Arizona, USA and Inhambane, Mozambique. 🔹 Learn about the SSC Chair’s Office team's in-person meeting and the plan ahead. 🔹 Discover insights on palm oil's environmental impact by Emily Mae Meijaard and Erik Meijaard. 🔹 Catch up on the first Regional Conservation Forum in México City and the new Center for Species Survival: Asian Elephant's efforts in India. 🔹 Summary of the numerous, creative and successful activities coordinated by the Centers for Species Survival (CSS) at the World Species Congress. Read the full report and stay updated on our journey towards species conservation. 🔗 Lhttps://lnkd.in/gaBpWi6h #WeAreSSC #SpeciesConservation #SSCQuarterlyReport #Biodiversity #ConservationWorks #IUCN

🌍🌿 Mangrove forests, once abundant along tropical coastlines, have faced significant losses due to human activities. These incredible ecosystems play a crucial role in storing carbon, protecting coastal communities, and providing habitats for many fish and crustacean species. Thanks to increased public awareness and dedicated conservation efforts, the decline of mangroves has slowed in recent years. However, 50% of the world's mangrove ecosystems are at risk of collapse. Join the IUCN SSC Mangrove Specialist Group (MSG) in celebrating and protecting these vital ecosystems. Whether through sharing their beauty, participating in local clean-ups, or visiting mangrove forests, everyone can make a difference. 🔗 MSG Mangrove Day statement: https://lnkd.in/gZDS3vNh #MangroveDay #SaveMangroves #Conservation #ClimateAction #Biodiversity #WeAreSSC #SaveSpecies

🌍🐾 Big news for conservation! Alpenzoo Innsbruck has joined the global network of Centres for Species Survival, becoming the 19th organisation to collaborate with the IUCN Species Survival Commission. Teaming up with the IUCN SSC Small Mammal Specialist Group (SMSG), the new Centre will focus on small mammal taxa, driving conservation efforts and supporting scientific research. “We are excited to have Alpenzoo join the global network of Center for Species Survival partnerships which now spans 13 countries and 6 continents. Together these leading conservation institutions have hired almost 50 highly-qualified staff working in support of priority species conservation science and action. Through joint efforts like these we can secure a thriving future for the species we share this planet with,” said Dr Kira Mileham, IUCN SSC Strategic Partnership Director. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gzrh9yeW #SpeciesSurvival #ConservationScience #EndangeredSpecies

We are excited to share that the IUCN Species Survival Commission Network has been awarded the Guinness World Records title for the largest volunteer conservation-science network! 👏 This recognition is a testament to the dedication of thousands of volunteer experts from nearly every country, working tirelessly to conserve nature and biodiversity. Join us in celebrating this remarkable achievement! https://bit.ly/SSC-GWR #WeAreSSC #VolunteerNetwork #GuinnessWorldRecords

Reptile populations in Gran Canaria are experiencing significant declines due to invasive species. 🦎 Gran Canaria giant lizard: Critically Endangered 🦎 Gran Canaria skink: Endangered 🦎 Ibiza wall lizard: Endangered 📣 In contrast, conservation efforts in La Gomera have led to the La Gomera giant lizard (Gallotia bravoana) improving its status from Critically Endangered to Endangered. Read the latest IUCN Red List updates here: https://lnkd.in/g3frSjg6 #EndangeredSpecies #Reptiles #Conservation #IUCNRedList #SpeciesSurvival #Biodiversity

The Bornean elephant has been assessed as Endangered, due to threats from human activities, according to today’s update of the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™. 🐘 The total population of Bornean elephants is approximately 1,000 individuals, with about 400 being breeding adults. 🌳 Around 60% of the Bornean elephants' forest habitat has been lost in the last 40 years, primarily due to logging and the planting of commercial oil palm. 🌏 The Bornean elephants are mainly found in the Malaysian state of Sabah, with a small population in the Indonesian state of Kalimantan. Read the press release here: https://lnkd.in/g3frSjg6 📸: Cheryl Cheah #EndangeredSpecies #BorneanElephant #Conservation #IUCNRedList #SpeciesSurvival #Biodiversity

📣 The Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus) has improved from Endangered to Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™, thanks to dedicated conservation efforts. From just 62 mature individuals in 2001 to over 2,000 today, this is a triumph for biodiversity! “As the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species celebrates its 60th anniversary, its importance cannot be overstated as the most complete source of information on the state of the world’s biodiversity. It is an essential tool that measures progress towards halting nature loss and achieving the 2030 global biodiversity goals. The improvement in the Red List status of the Iberian lynx shows that successful conservation works for wildlife and communities alike,” said Dr Grethel Aguilar, IUCN Director General. Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3KSz2am #IberianLynx #IUCNRedList #ConservationWorks #SaveSpecies #ActForSpecies #Biodiversity #ForNature #SpeciesConservation #ForSpecies #IUCN #OneNautreOneFuture #AssessPlanAct #ConservationOptimism

Exciting news on World Parrot Day: The IUCN SSC has launched the Wild Parrot Specialist Group to implement a coordinated response to protect parrot populations in the wild. #DidYouKnow that parrots, encompassing nearly 400 species, are a remarkably diverse group but also one of the most endangered among birds?  📉 1-in-3 parrot species are listed in the threatened categories (VU, EN, CR, EW) on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™. Let's work together to save these beautiful birds!🦜🌎 Read the Announcement of the new Wild Parrot Specialist Group here: https://lnkd.in/geZbJbbj #ParrotConservation #WorldParrotDay #WeAreSSC #SpeciesSurvival #ConservationImpact #VolunteerNetwork #ConservationWorks