Directory of Mammals Resources

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Many species of mammals have undergone a decline in distribution and population size over the last few decades, due to habitat loss and fragmentation. Mammals often attract more public interest than other groups of animals, due to the larger species such as elephants and the big cats. There are, however, many small, inconspicuous mammals also in need of conservation.

Subcategories

• Bats
• Bears
• Canines
• Elephants
• Felines
• Hooved Animals
• Marine Mammals
• Primates
• Rodents

Resources in This Category

• Action Plan for Australian Marsupials and Monotremes

  http://www.ea.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/action/marsupials/index.html
  Reviews the conservation status of 209 taxa of Australian monotremes and marsupials: one species and three sub-species of monotremes and 112 species and 93 subspecies of marsupials.

• American Society of Primatologists: Conservation

  http://www.asp.org/conservation/
  The Society's conservation programs, Conservation Award Information and Winners.

• Carolina Tiger Rescue

  http://www.carolinatigerrescue.org/
  Nonprofit organization that rescues animals, primarily wildcats, and provides conservation education to the public. Includes animal descriptions, information about volunteerism and donations, hours, and directions. Located in Pittsboro, North Carolina.

• Defenders of Wildlife: Sea Otter

  http://www.defenders.org/sea-otter/basic-facts
  Provides information on the sea otter conservation and advocacy program organized by the North American conservation group, Defenders of Wildlife.

• EDGE of Existence

  http://www.edgeofexistence.org/
  A project to conserve the world's most Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered (EDGE) species. Features photographs and details of the 100 most threatened animals, and explains the research and protection measures undertaken by scientists. Includes donation facility.

• International Rhino Foundation

  http://www.rhinos.org/
  A non-profit corporation of institutions and individuals worldwide whose sole purpose is the conservation of Black, White, Sumatran, Javan and Indian Rhinos.

• Irrawaddy Dolphin

  http://www.wcs.org/saving-wildlife/ocean-giants/irrawaddy-dolphin.aspx
  The Wildlife Conservation Society provides a factsheet on this endangered species, the threats and challenges it faces and the conservation efforts being made.

• Koala Diaries

  http://www.koaladiaries.com.au
  Conservation organization aiming to provide community education and action to save the koala. Includes a blog, information on membership, the mapping project, news and FAQ.

• Mammal Species of the World

  http://vertebrates.si.edu/mammals/msw/
  A database of mammalian taxonomy providing an on-line reference for identifying or verifying recognized scientific names and for taxonomic research.

• Rhino Resource Center

  http://www.rhinoresourcecenter.com/
  Provides a searchable database of information on the five endangered species of rhinoceros with the aim of assisting research and conservation of the rhinoceros worldwide.

• Seals and Sea Lions

  http://www.ea.gov.au/coasts/species/seals/#actionplan
  Information on Australian Seals and Sea Lions, including photographs and the Australian Seal Action Plan.

• The American Society of Mammalogists

  http://www.mammalsociety.org/
  Promotes the study of mammals and involved in providing information for public policy, resources management, conservation, and education.

• The Buffalo War

  http://www.pbs.org/buffalowar
  A show examining the clash between Native Americans, ranchers, environmentalists and government officials over the yearly slaughter of wild bison in Yellowstone National Park.

• The David Shepherd Conservation Foundation

  http://www.davidshepherd.org/
  Raises funds and works for the survival of tigers, elephants, rhinos and other critically endangered mammals in the wild.

• The Wombat Foundation

  http://www.wombatfoundation.com.au/
  Non-profit organization working to save the northern hairy-nosed wombat in Australia. Includes details of their habitat and endangered status, as well as information about the recovery program and research center.

• Vechur Conservation Trust

  http://www.vechur.org/
  A trust formed to save the Vechur, the smallest cow in the world, from the brink of extinction.

• Wild Camel Protection Foundation

  http://www.wildcamels.com/
  Conservation of the wild Bactrian camel -- details of education resources, news, Lop Nur Reserve.

• Wolverine

  http://www.wcs.org/saving-wildlife/other-carnivores/wolverine.aspx
  The Wildlife Conservation Society provides a factsheet on this species, the threats and challenges it faces and the conservation efforts being made.

• Wombat Protection Society of Australia Ltd

  http://www.wombatprotection.org.au/
  Includes photographs of adults and babies, advice for treating injured animals, research findings, and children's activities.

• Yorkshire Mammal Group

  http://www.raysolve.co.uk/ymg
  Aims to promote the scientific study and conservation of mammals and to encourage a wider public interest in them.

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