Luristan Newt
This spotted newt is only found in a small region of Iran, unless of course it is in a wildlife conservation program, which many are since their status of “vulnerable” was made public. It may not be an endangered species yet, but it could easily head in that direction. Many wild animal enthusiasts illegally buy these salamanders and this trade has caused their numbers to drop to approximately 1,000 in the wild.
Luristan Newt
Philippine Eagle
Natives called it the “monkey-eating eagle” for obvious reasons. Then the Philippine eagle became the official symbol of the Philippines in 1995 when the president declared it so. Because of deforestation and solely human capturing, killing of this eagle is punishable by 12 years in prison. The World Wildlife Fund estimated the number of breeding pairs in the wild to be at no more than 230.
Philippine Eagle
