The world is currently in the middle of a biodiversity crisis, with thousands of plants and animals disappearing at an alarming rate. Scientists warn that we are entering a sixth mass extinction, driven not by asteroids or volcanoes, but by human activity.
Habitat destruction, pollution, climate change, and the illegal wildlife trade have pushed many unique creatures to the very edge of survival. The year 2026 marks a critical turning point for several of these species, and they are running out of time.
Their survival now depends entirely on immediate and dedicated conservation efforts. This gallery highlights 10 incredible species that we must fight to save before they are gone forever. Click to find out more.