See also:

• Science: Environment: Biodiversity: Organizations  (24)
• Society: Issues: Environment: Conservation and Endangered Species  (366)
• Society: Organizations: Animal Welfare: Rescues and Shelters  (1,873)

IUCN     www.iucn.org The world conservation union, whose mission is to influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve the integrity and diversity of nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable.

Species Survival Commission     www.iucn.org/about/work/programmes/species/about_ssc Species conservation network: a science-based organization, offering to the conservation and development communities the knowledge and tools needed for sound decisions regarding ecosystems and the people who depend on them. The web site is an umbrella for the component specialist groups, programs, publications and Red Lists.

Adopt a Ranger  adopt-a-ranger.org Park Rangers are the single most effective factor in conservation in national parks. Multilingual site explaining how members of the public can assist.

Animal Campaigns  www.animalcampaigns.com Portal dedicated to animal welfare, conservation and animal rights campaigning.

Association for Tropical Biology and Conservation  www.atbio.org Non-profit organization promoting research and fostering the exchange of ideas among biologists working in tropical environments. Provides information on membership, meetings and the journal, Biotropica.

Biodiversity and Worldmap  www.nhm.ac.uk/research-curation/projects/worldmap Measuring biodiversity value and selecting priority areas for conservation. Page includes graph and resource links.

Biodiversity Conservation  bpsp-neca.brim.ac.cn/books/actpln_uzbek/index.html A national strategy and action plan of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

Biodiversity Conservation  www.nmfs.noaa.gov/habitat/ead The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) implements and coordinates programs or activities that study, conserve, and manage biological diversity, both domestically and internationally.

Biodiversity Conservation Network  www.worldwildlife.org/bsp/bcn BCN was established to test hypotheses about the conditions under which community-based enterprises can lead to conservation. This BCN Web site is no longer being updated, however, details of the research are still accessible.

Biodiversity Program  www.mnh.si.edu/biodiversity The program conducts studies relating to biological diversity, systematics, evolution and ecology and is one of the five National Museum of Natural History research initiatives.

Biodiversity Support Program  www.bsponline.org Operated from 1989-2001 as a consortium of international conservation agencies. Numerous publications and other documents have been archived online. Emphasis on projects combining conservation with social and economic development.

Biological Conservation Newsletter  botany.si.edu/pubs/bcn A monthly publication of the Department of Systematic Biology, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution.

BP Conservation Project  conservation.bp.com Provides funding for student led conservation projects world-wide.

Bushmeat Crisis Task Force  www.bushmeat.org A consortium of conservation organizations and scientists dedicated to the conservation of wildlife populations threatened by commercial hunting of wildlife for sale as meat.

Calypso Environmental Research Bureau  members.fortunecity.es/calypso A not-for-profit non-governmental organisation, aiming to preserve the natural heritage of the Mediterranean environment. Gives information on research being undertaken, the resources available and sponsors.

Carmarthenshire Biodiversity Partnership  www.carmarthenshirebiodiversity.co.uk Describes the objectives and activities of this non-profit organization in Wales and includes information on the newsletter and events.

Center for Applied Biodiversity Science  www.conservation.org/discover/centers_programs/Pages/CABS.aspx A division of Conservation International, calling attention to areas of biodiversity that are threatened with destruction.

Center for Conservation Biology at Stanford University  www.stanford.edu/group/CCB/research.html Specializes in the education and study of biodiversity conservation, environmental policy, social awareness, and land restoration. Page includes list of research projects and publications.

The Center for Reproduction of Endangered Species  cres.sandiegozoo.org Dedicated to preserving and protecting rare and endangered wildlife, with much of the research conducted since its founding in 1975 has become critical in helping save many species from extinction.

The Charles Darwin Foundation  www.darwinfoundation.org Founded in 1959, under the auspices of UNESCO and the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources, the Charles Darwin Foundation is dedicated to the conservation of the Galapagos ecosystems.

Conservation Research Education Action (CREA)  www.crea-panama.org Works against tropical deforestation through creating sustainable environments and communities in Panama. It undertakes school expeditions and research, and operates the Cocobolo Nature Reserve.

Conservation Breeding Specialist Group  www.cbsg.org An international conserveration organization whose mission is to assist conservation of threatened animal and plant species through scientific management of small populations in wild habitats, with linkage to captive populations where needed.

Conservation Commons  www.biodiversity.org A partnership of major international organisations involved with biodiversity and conservation. Aiming to provide conservationists, government officials and others with access to important information about conservation of biodiversity.

Conservation International (CI)  www.conservation.org Nonprofit applies innovations in science, economics, policy and community participation to protect the Earth's biodiversity around the world. Includes conservation regions and programs, strategies, newsletters, publications and how to get involved.

Conservation Law Foundation  www.clf.org Uses law, economics and science to solve the environmental problems that threaten the people, natural resources and communities of New England.

Conservation Management Institute  fwie.fw.vt.edu Addresses multidisciplinary research questions that affect conservation management effectiveness.

Darwin Initiative Biodiversity Conservation  www.darwin.gov.uk A UK government grant scheme to promote biodiversity protection and sustainable resource use in less developed countries. Project, programme and monitoring information.

Earthroots Park Alert  www.parkalert.net Working to stop high-impact activities such as hunting, mining, ATV and snowmobile use in protected areas such as parks and conservations reserves. Information about the impact of these activities, and the action being taken, is given.

Eldis Biodiversity Resource Guide  www.eldis.org/biodiversity/index.htm Offers a structured overview of the subject, particularly in the context of international development and the environment.

Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation 1999  www.environment.gov.au/epbc/index.html Information on all aspects of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Act, 1999

ESRI Conservation Program  www.conservationgis.org Conservation information and links to organisations.

International Trust for Nature Conservation  www.itnc.org A UK charity working mainly in Nepal and India. Gives information on species and habitat protection, monitoring, reforestation and environmental education.

2000 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species  www.iucnredlist.org Provides taxonomic, conservation status, and distribution information on taxa that are facing a high risk of global extinction.

Last Refuge Ltd.  www.lastrefuge.co.uk/home1.html Supporting endangered environments and species through films and images, with photo and sound galleries and information about films made and the awards won.

Mangrove Action Project  www.mangroveactionproject.org Promotes responsible management of mangroves and coastal environments. Lists the relevant issues, news items, their programs, and pictures.

National Biodiversity Network  www.nbn.org.uk An information network of biodiversity data provided by a collaboration of organisations, such as the UK nature agencies, wildlife trusts, the Natural History Museum and others.

National Marine Sanctuaries  sanctuaries.noaa.gov Provides information on the NOAA system of 14 marine protected areas encompassing more than 150,000 square miles of America’s oceans. The program aims to conserve, protect and enhance their biodiversity and ecological integrity.

The National Park Service  www.nps.gov Charged with the trust of preserving the natural resources of America.

Native America  nativeamerica.org Information about the plants and animals of North America, research being undertaken, restoration/protection projects and membership details.

Natural Resources Defense Council  www.nrdc.org/wildlife/default.asp Information about the threats to endangered animals and their habitats.

The Nature Conservancy  www.tnc.org Conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters. Includes details of campaigns and projects, and how members of the public can help.

NatureServe Explorer  www.natureserve.org/explorer Source for conservation information on more than 50,000 plants, animals, and ecological communities of the United States and Canada.

Office of Protected Resources  www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr Provides advice for national policy direction and conservation of marine mammals, endangered species and their habitats.

Offwell Woodland and Wildlife Trust  www.offwell.free-online.co.uk/conserva.htm Concerned with the conservation of species, habitats and biodiversity.

Oryx  journals.cambridge.org/action/displayJournal?jid=ORX A journal that provides a comprehensive review of the conservation and status of fauna, flora and habitats, and of conservation policy and sustainable use.

Pacific Conservation Biology  wwwscience.murdoch.edu.au/centres/others/pcb Papers on conservation research and management in the Pacific region.

The Paradise  www.cactos.com.br/us/index.php Information about the threats to cacti, bromeliads and other plants and wildlife in Brazil.

Rainforest Conservation Fund  www.rainforestconservation.org A non-profit organization that is dedicated to preserving the world's tropical forests.

Research, Conservation and Education  www.coryi.org Engages in scientific research, conservation, and education activities involving wildlife species at all levels of biological organization, from the molecular level up to the biosphere level.

Rottnest Conservation Foundation, Inc  www.rottnestconservationfoundation.org.au Project to conserve Rottnest Island off Western Australia, its delicate eco system and its unique heritage buildings.

The Rufford Small Grants Foundation  www.ruffordsmallgrants.org The RSGF offers grant funding for a wide range of nature conservation projects worldwide. Includes information on the progress of funded projects and invites applications for new projects.

Sea Shepherd Conservation Society  www.seashepherd.org International non-profit, marine wildlife conservation organization. It uses direct-action tactics to investigate, document, and take action to expose and confront illegal activities. Includes details of campaigns and how members of the public can get involved.

Teaming With Wildlife  www.teaming.com A national campaign to prevent species from becoming endangered and to nurture a new generation of wildlife stewards by securing funding for state-level nongame wildlife conservation and related education and recreation programs.

Temper of the Times Foundation  www.temperfund.org Provides funds to underwrite advertising designed to promote the conservation and restoration of native wildlife, plants, and ecosystems in the United States. Application guidelines and procedures are given.

Tropical Research and Conservation Centre  www.tracc.00server.com Research and education in biodiversity conservation and sustainable use of marine environments of East Malaysia.

Ulster Wildlife Trust  www.ulsterwildlifetrust.org A conservation organisation in Northern Ireland and a partner in the network of Wildlife Trusts, providing information about habitats, species, reserves, and. projects being undertaking. Current news, events and contact detail are given.

The Whitley Awards Foundation  www.whitleyaward.org Offers a wide range of awards and grants for nature conservation projects worldwide. Applications are welcome from those working in nature conservation, botanical and habitat conservation and renewable energy.

Wild World  www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld Provides maps identifying habitat types and areas that are identified as priority for conservation.

WildCRU Wildlife Conservation Research Unit  www.wildcru.org Oxford University group develops practical solutions to conservation problems through research, implementation, education and local public involvement. Includes support and donation details.

Wilderness International  www.wildernessintl.com Promotes conservation through habitat projects, adventure activities, multimedia presentations and public education, all from a Christian viewpoint.

Wildlife Conservation Network  www.wildnet.org Information about the network which focuses on funding and supporting independent and innovative conservationists who are creating and implementing new strategies for saving endangered wildlife and habitats and the projects in progress.

Wildlife Conservation Society  www.wcs.org USA organization managing national and international conservation projects, research and education programs.

Wildlife Protection Foundation  www.wildlifeprotection.info Works to save endangered species all over the world. Includes details of objectives, projects, funding, the adopt an animal scheme and the newsletter.

Wiltshire Wildlife Trust  www.wiltshirewildlife.org UK based charity that promotes and manages natural preserves. Features mission statement, project descriptions, news, and contacts.

World Conservation Monitoring Centre  www.unep-wcmc.org Provides information services on conservation and sustainable use of the world's living resources, and helps others to develop information systems of their own.