Reading: Endangered species

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The Bias in Conservation Funding

Popular species like the giant panda serve as symbols for organizations like the WWF, facilitating fundraising. Less 'exciting' or aesthetically pleasing creatures, particularly invertebrates, receive disproportionately low funding despite their vast numbers. Lack of research attention increases the extinction risk for non-charismatic species. Quick check: Why does the WWF use the giant panda as its symbol?

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What percentage of all creatures on Earth do invertebrates make up?

• Over 90%
• Less than 10%
• Around 50%
• Exactly 25%

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