10 of the world's most endangered animals | WWF
WEBAs our modern society gets more resource-intensive, natural spaces are shrinking and wildlife numbers are declining. Our 2022 Living Planet Report shows global wildlife populations have plummeted by 69% on average since 1970. While there have been amazing and inspirational wildlife successes and stories in the past, many animals are …
Here are our top facts about the Amazon | WWF
WEBHere are our top facts about this magical place. 1. The Amazon rainforest covers an enormous 6.7 million square kilometres. Spanning 8 countries and one overseas territory in South America and representing an area twice the size of India – or roughly 28 times the side of the UK! 2.
World Wide Fund for Nature | WWF
WEBAbout WWF-UK. We’re WWF, the leading global environmental charity, and we’re bringing our world back to life. With nature in freefall, we’re urgently tackling the underlying causes that are driving the decline, and we’re finding solutions so future generations have a world with thriving habitats and wildlife.
Quiz for your world - WWF
WEBTest your natural world knowledge. Here are fun quizzes to do at home, all about our amazing planet.
Earth Hour: small actions can make a big difference | WWF
WEBBut there is hope. We know that small actions can make a big difference and together we can make change. By giving an hour for earth you’ll be helping to bring our world back to life. That means more space for nature and a more stable climate, so people and wildlife can thrive. how switching off can help save the planet.
10 things you can do to help save our planet | WWF
WEBHere are 10 simple ways you can help reduce your impact, and help in the fight against climate change. 1. Use your voice. We are the first generation to know we’re destroying the world, and we could be the last that can do anything about it. Speaking up is one of the most powerful things you can do especially if it’s to the right people.
Why we need to protect the wildlife | WWF
WEBOur wildlife conservation efforts are also directly helping people, through improved livelihoods, food security, access to fresh water, incomes, and by strengthening communities, socially and politically. The work we do is playing a part in at least five of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals, and contributing to poverty reduction in ...
The Amazon Rainforest - WWF
WEBThe Amazon is of vital importance because people around the world, as well as locally, depend on the rainforest. Not just for food, water, wood and medicines, but to help stabilise the climate—150-200 billion tons of carbon is stored in the Amazon rainforest. The trees in the Amazon also release 20 billion tonnes of water into the atmosphere ...
Learn the effects of deforestation - WWF
WEBMillions of people rely directly on forests as their home or for making a living. But the risks from deforestation go even wider. Trees absorb and store carbon dioxide. If forests are cleared, or even disturbed, they release carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. Forest loss and damage is the cause of around 10% of global warming.
Fascinating facts about animals - WWF
WEBGo Wild - WWF'S club for kids. There’s loads to discover, from fun facts, puzzles and quizzes to cool crafts and crazy critter clips. Check it out. Learn incredible facts you'll want to share about some of our planet's most amazing species.