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https://www.livingdesert.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/MG_0872.webp700467This Friday, May 21st, is Endangered Species Day! Currently, the rate at which species are going extinct is 10,000 times greater than it was prior to the 1880s. The Living Desert works to conserve threatened and endangered species around the world, however, we are stronger with a larger community. That means you! The good news is you don’t have to be a millionaire or a biologist to help endangered species. Any person can make a difference, and every action helps. A few species that showcase beneficial joint conservation efforts are the Arabian oryx, Mexican wolf, and black rhino. All three species were almost driven to extinction by hunting and habitat loss. Due to breeding programs, however, the Arabian oryx was the first mammal to have gone extinct and then been delisted. Careful management of these species allows zoos and other organizations worldwide to supplement wild populations, ensure genetic diversity, and protect habitats from continued encroachment. These species are becoming increasingly stable in the wild but still require diligent oversight! We asked members of our knowledgeably diverse team how everyone can help save endangered species.