Center for Biological Diversity
The Center for Biological Diversity works through science, law and creative media to secure a future for all species, great or small, hovering on the brink of extinction.
12 Ways to Live More Sustainably - Biological Diversity
Learn how to reduce your environmental footprint and protect wildlife by choosing wild with these 12 tips. From ditching plastic and meat to simplifying holidays and driving green, find out how …
Ocean Plastics Pollution - Biological Diversity
It's time to get at the root of this ocean crisis.The Center has petitioned the Environmental Protection Agency to begin regulating plastics as a pollutant and is working to stop plastic …
Mojave Desert - Biological Diversity
Learn about the Mojave Desert's wildlife, landscapes, and threats from the Center for Biological Diversity. Find out how the Center is working to protect endangered species, habitat, and …
Map: U.S. Threatened and Endangered Species by County
Explore the map to see the number and list of animals and plants protected under the U.S. Endangered Species Act in each county. Zoom in, click on a county, and click the arrow to see …
Natural history - Biological Diversity
Learn about the life cycle, habitat, diet, and threats of sea otters, a marine mammal with thick fur and powerful front paws. Sea otters live in coastal waters from Japan to California, and have a …
The Elements of Biodiversity - Biological Diversity
Biodiversity is the variability of life at all levels of biological organization, from genes to ecosystems. It is influenced by evolution, extinction, and human activities, and it provides …
At What Cost? Unravelling the Harms of the Fast Fashion Industry
Fast fashion is a rapidly growing industry that produces cheap, trendy clothing at a high cost to the environment and workers. Learn how fast fashion contributes to climate change, pollution, …
Natural history - Biological Diversity
Learn about the origin, description, habitat, range, migration, breeding, life cycle, feeding, and threats of the jaguar, the largest cat in North America. The word jaguar comes from the South …
Natural history - Biological Diversity
NATURAL HISTORY. GIRAFFE} Giraffa camelopardalis Family: Giraffidae Description: The tallest land mammal, with a neck as long as 6 feet, the giraffe is also well known for the unique …