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The unrestricted exploitation of wildlife has led to the disappearance of many animal species at an alarming rate, destroying Earth's biological diversity and upsetting the ecological balance. The problem is particularly acute in developing countries. Scientists estimate that various animal and plant species may be disappearing at the rate of one every day, with thousands more on the verge of extinction. Widely sought for everything from medical research, medicinal supplies, and display in zoos, to satisfying the demands of high fashion, the illegal trade in wildlife is a lucrative business, making it difficult to control. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is actively involved in working with governments, scientists, private organizations and other concerned groups to preserve and protect our endangered species. A lion watches his territory in Kenya.
The unrestricted exploitation of wildlife has led to the disappearance of many animal species at an alarming rate, destroying Earth's biological diversity and upsetting the ecological balance. The problem is particularly acute in developing countries. Scientists estimate that various animal and plant species may be disappearing at the rate of one every day, with thousands more on the verge of extinction. Widely sought for everything from medical research, medicinal supplies, and display in zoos, to satisfying the demands of high fashion, the illegal trade in wildlife is a lucrative business, making it difficult to control. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is actively involved in working with governments, scientists, private organizations and other concerned groups to preserve and protect our endangered species. White Tiger in Nandankan Wildlife Sanctuary in Bhubaneshwar. [Exact date unknown]
Two Baobab trees, with their thick trunks and large edible fruits, growing on the outskirts of Dakar, Senegal.
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Secretary-General Aboard Norwegian Vessel KV Svalbard 
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Headline View of Ny-Ålesund, Svalbard Archipelago in Norway 
Caption Description View of the area around Ny-Ålesund, located on Svalbard, an archipelago in the Arctic Ocean north of mainland Europe. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon visited the area to see the impacts of climate change firsthand, and appeal to the world to take urgent measures to combat climate change in order to protect the planet for future generations. 
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Production Date 09/01/2009 1:01:41 PM 
Country Norway
Credit UN Photo/Mark Garten
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