African bush elephants
Elephants are keystone species that play critical roles in their environment.
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What makes IFAW different from the rest? We believe individual animals matter in conservation. Our experts work with local communities and people just like you to rescue individual animals, conserve at-risk species, and safeguard natural habitats. Together, we’re building a better future for animals. One where they can thrive and coexist alongside humans.
tigers
As apex predators, tigers play an important role in maintaining a balanced food web in their ecosystems.
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As one of the keystone species in marine ecosystems, seals help maintain a balance in the food web.
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Koalas are an ambassador species for other native wildlife as they help people learn about the issues impacting animals and their homes.
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Whales play an important role in regulating ocean ecosystems.
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Covered in an armor of scales and sporting a tongue that reaches over 40 cm long, the pangolin is one of the most unusual-looking mammals in the animal kingdom.
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North Atlantic right whales are on the brink of extinction. With fewer than 360 individuals left, the actions we take today will determine their future.
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The Indian rhino, otherwise known as the greater one-horned rhino, is easily identifiable by its single horn – which is only present in adult rhinos.
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Hawks, owls, eagles, vultures and falcons are all types of birds of prey.
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Sharks help maintain balance in marine ecosystems. When their populations decline, unpredictable consequences in the ocean environment may result, including the possible collapse of commercially important fisheries.
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Despite their fairytale-inspired reputation as “big, bad” villains, wolves rarely interact with people.
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