By Rowland Benjamin

The map above shows the species of sharks that are currently listed on the CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) endangered species list. The numbers correspond to the different shark species and where they can be found in the world.

Map of Endangered Bird Species

The above map shows the critically endangered bird species as listed on the IUCN ( International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources) redlist. Each number corresponds to a different species of bird and its location in the world. Many of these birds number fewer than one hundred and may become extinct.

Map of Endangered Fish Species

The map above exhibits the species of fish that are currently listed on the CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) endangered species list. The different coloured dots correspond to the different fish species on the list and its associated habitats.

Map of Endangered Mammals

The above map shows critically endangered mammals numbering one thousand or less. Each number corresponds to a different type of mammal and where they live on the planet.

Map of Endangered Primates

The above map indicates where all the endangered primates reside. Each number corresponds to a different species of primate.

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