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
12 Ways to Live More Sustainably. Every day we make choices in our lives that affect the environment, the climate and other species. From what we eat to how many children we …
Map: U.S. Threatened and Endangered Species by County
For every county in the United States, the map below shows information on all the animals and plants protected under the U.S. Endangered Species Act as threatened or endangered. To …
At What Cost? Unravelling the Harms of the Fast Fashion Industry
Fast fashion is an enormous, rapidly growing industry, with the number of new garments made per year nearly doubling over the past 20 years and global consumption of fashion increasing …
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 …
MEET THE STAFF - Biological Diversity
Collette Adkins, Carnivore Conservation Director, Senior Attorney. Collette (she/her) leads the Carnivore Conservation program, where she focuses on combating exploitation and cruel …
The Elements of Biodiversity - Biological Diversity
The measurement of biodiversity is complex and has a qualitative as well as a quantitative aspect. If a species is genetically unique — if, for instance, it's far out on a remote arm of the …
America's Gray Wolves: A Long Road to Recovery - Biological …
Few animals evoke the wild like wolves. Majestic, intelligent and highly social, they’re crucial in driving evolution and balancing ecosystems. Some 2 million wolves once roamed freely …
Jobs, Internships and Law Clerkships - Biological Diversity
It is the policy of the Center to promote diversity in recruitment and hiring. The Center will provide an equal opportunity in recruitment and employment to all individuals and will consider …
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 …