Endangered Species in Africa

By: Trina Adams

3/25/09
Duez 3rd
History Pre AP
 What animals are endangered?
The top of the endangered species list are
lemurs.
Other animals include: Birds, Elephants,
Zebras, Giraffes, Chimpanzees, Hippos, and
many more.
Why are they becoming instinct?
Poaching.
Diseases.
Deforestation.
Droughts.
 Why should people care?
Did you think African Animals were happy like
this? :
Africa's animals actually look like
this:
Africa's Animals are suffering. They can't speak
up for themselves. They need our aid.
 What America IS Doing
America gives us the opportunity to adopt
animals from South Africa.
“Wild Life Direct” is a Kenya and U.S.
registered charitable organization that is
putting an end to the elephant slaughter in
Kenya .
 What America can do
Due to the economic crisis and Iraq War
animals in Africa are not our Government's top
priority.
It could take years for the Government to help.
One person can make a difference!
What can you do about this crisis?
Raise awareness in your community!
Start fund raisers.
Write letters to our Government addressing this
disturbing situation.
 Jade Adams
My dog was my motivation to do this animal
project. I wish all animals could live the life
she does.
 Credits*
Animal Pictures - www.yahoo.com
Information & Facts - www.wildlifedirect.org &
www.africanculturalcenter.org
Software used – Open Office Power Point .
Music – Sarah McLachlan - Arms of Angels
Holler to Mr. Duez.
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