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FAQ's about Endangered Species

How many birds are banded?

What is the threat from West Nile Virus (WNV) to endangered and threatened bird species?
Where are salmon most endangered?
Where can I go for more information on amphibian declines and deformities?
Why should we care about these dramatic declines, deformities, and disappearances plaguing many amphibian populations around the world?
What are the leading causes of frog declines and deformities?
What is the Breeding Bird Survey?
Are salmon endangered worldwide?
Are there any worldwide patterns of amphibian declines?
I read in the paper that frogs and toads are becoming scarce and that many of them have extra legs and other deformities. Is this a sign of disease that is causing them to die?
Why is it important to save manatees?
Why do animals become endangered?
I have bats in my attic. What should I do?

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