THREAT LEVEL: least concern animals

The following animals are considered LEAST CONCERN by the International Union for Conservation and Natural Resources (IUCN):

What is the largest reef in the world?

By Frances Allen The Great Barrier Reef comprises 2,900 individual reefs, making it the largest coral reef in the world

What is the “smoothest” dolphin?

The scientific name Lissodelphis borealis is derived from the Greek word lissos (“smooth”) and the Latin word borealis (“northern”) and

Southern Right Whale Dolphin (Lissodelphis peronii)

PHYLUM: Chordata CLASS: Mammalia ORDER: Cetacea FAMILY: Delphinidae GENUS: Lissodelphis SPECIES: peronii TOOTHED or TOOTHLESS (BALEEN): Toothed FRESHWATER, SALTERWATER or

What is smallest cetacean?

By Amber Friend A vaquita is the smallest living cetacean (pronounced sĭ-tā′shən). Cetaceans are made up of whales, dolphins and

What do baby turtles eat?

In the wild, turtles are omnivores, meaning they will eat anything: meat, vegetables, and fruit. Specifically, the diet of turtles

Which cetacean is a “Finback”?

Known by nicknames like Razorback, Finback, and Common Rorqual, the Fin Whale is the second largest animal in the

What is Plankton?

What is Plankton? Plankton: Microscopic animals (zooplankton) and plants (phytoplankton) that float in the ocean and are the main diet of

Can I sell turtles I find?

No, probably not. Each state has laws governing the purchase and selling of wild animals, but most states require individuals

Which species is a “tooth-walking sea horse”?

Found in the Arctic Ocean and neighboring habitats, the walrus is the only member of the family Odobenidae in the

Why do turtles bask in the sun?

By Stacey Venzel Tourists roll out beach towels to soak up the sun’s rays in an effort to catch a

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THREAT LEVEL: near threatened animals