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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 Ban Ki-moon visit of Tortoise Bay in Galapagos.
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10/16/2016 16:56:11 
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Headline Secretary-General Visits Galapagos Islands 
Caption Description Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon visited the Galapagos Islands on 18 October, to observe measures implemented by the Government of Ecuador to ensure the environmental protection and sustainable development of the site, the first to be added to the World Heritage List in 1978.
A giant tortoise on Santa Cruz Island. 
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NICA ID 699727 
Production Date 10/18/2016 1:10:17 PM 
Country Ecuador
Credit UN Photo/Eskinder Debebe
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