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There are things we can do to protect the Javan rhinoceros from extinction. Not buying or selling anything made from rhino horns can lead to the eradication of poaching. Additionally, reducing consumption of paper and wood can contribute to the conservation of forests, which are the habitat of Javan rhinoceros. By spreading knowledge about the fact that Javan rhinoceros are in danger of extinction with family and friends, we can contribute to the dissemination of information. Protection of Javan rhinoceros from extinction requires support from various fields, and it is essential for each of us to practice even the smallest actions towards this goal.

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Calves of Hope

Javan rhinoceros used to inhabit the mainland, but due to poaching, they became extinct and currently only about 60 individuals live in Indonesia's Ujung Kulon National Park. Due to their extremely low numbers, there were concerns about their ability to reproduce successfully in the wild, but in recent years, calves have been confirmed. The current habitat of the Javan rhinoceros has a high risk of natural disasters such as volcanic eruptions and tsunamis, and the environment surrounding them is still challenging, but the birth of new lives can be a significant source of hope.

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The melting of glaciers

Due to global warming, the massive glaciers at the poles are beginning to melt. If this continues, sea levels could rise by up to 3 meters (approximately 9.8 feet), leading to the submersion of low-lying areas. Many people will become climate refugees and be forced to move, while inland populations will become overcrowded. The melting of glaciers also has a serious impact on surrounding ecosystems. Habitat and population numbers will decrease, and there is a high risk of widespread famine and species extinction.

Reducing the amount of greenhouse gases is an effective way to stop the melting of glaciers.

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Oil palm plantations

Oil palm plantations have eradicated large areas of forest area, leading to the extinction of many rainforest-dwelling species. Besides the Sumatran rhinoceros, the orangutan has lost about 80% of its habitat and population, and the tiger has declined to about 500 individuals. More than 100 other species living in the rainforest are in danger of extinction.

To protect rainforests and ecosystems and halt global warming, food, cosmetics, and fuel companies must reduce their use of palm oil. And consumers must either not buy products made with palm oil or buy only palm oil products that have been certified through deforestation-free production processes.

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The endangered Sumatran rhino's habitat of tropical rainforests has been converted to oil palm plantations, making it difficult for them to survive. Today, only about 80 Sumatran rhinoceroses remain on the islands of Sumatra and Borneo. Destroying the rainforest and replacing it with oil palm plantations will shrink the habitat of the Sumatran rhinoceros. It will also cause significant damage to the rainforest ecosystem. And rainforest destruction is one of the factors affecting global warming.

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End of 200 million years

The Chinese paddlefish was the world's largest freshwater fish, a species that has survived since the age of dinosaurs. However, no surviving individuals have been found since 2003, and it was declared extinct by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in 2022.

The main reason for the extinction of the Chinese paddlefish is the impact of dam construction. The construction of huge dams in the Yangtze and Yellow River basins in China, which used to be their habitat, have created no upstream passage for the fish, and they can no longer go upstream to their spawning grounds. It is believed that the population of the Chinese paddlefish has continued to decline because they can no longer spawn safely.

Selfish development that only considers humans has destroyed a species that has existed for more than 200 million years. This is an irreparable loss to the Earth's life lineage.

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Period 200 Million Years

The Chinese Paddlefish was declared extinct in 2022. And other large freshwater fish species have seen their populations plummet this century. The world's large freshwater fish have declined by 90% in the past 40 years. If nothing is done, there is a strong possibility that they will all become extinct. However, if we take early action, we may be able to avoid extinction. The value of the existence of the human species can be evaluated only when we are able to care for and maintain the ecosystem of this planet.

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Eradicating War

One of the reasons for the extinction of the northern white rhinoceros in the wild is that armed conflict has frustrated conservation efforts.

The act of war using modern weapons is the biggest and worst environmental damage, generating huge amounts of CO2 and waste, and contaminating soil and water. Humanity must once again recognize the damage that acts of war inflict on the earth, and achieve the eradication of war from the perspective of environmental conservation.

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Poaching for their horns was the cause of the extinction of the northern white rhinoceros in the wild, but another major factor was the armed conflict that brought conservation efforts to a halt. War destroys the habitat and lives of wild animals, and it also brings to naught the conservation efforts that had been well underway until then.

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There are many wonderful symbiotic relationships among creatures in the natural world. The red-billed oxpecker rides on the back or head of rhinoceroses to eat parasites from its skin. Rhinos do not have good eyesight, but when the oxpecker spots  humans in the distance, it makes an alarming sound to warn the rhino of danger. It is hoped that this unique symbiotic relationship will help the rhinos escape poachers.

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The Indian rhinoceros is listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Only about 2,000 animals remain in a fragmented population in limited protected areas in Nepal and India, and elsewhere they are already extinct.

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In some parts of Asia, there is a superstition that rhino horn is medicinal, which has led to poaching. In reality, however, rhino horn has been proven to be completely ineffective as a medicine, with the same composition as nails and hair. Humanity must correct this misinformation and protect rhinos from extinction.

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The Wild in 2050

The number of koalas in the wild, which numbered more than 400,000 in the 1980s, has declined to about one-tenth by around 2020. Habitat loss, stress from environmental development, and accidents with motor vehicles are the main causes. In addition, climate change in recent years has caused massive forest fires, which have led to a rapid decline in the koala population.Some predict that wild koalas will become extinct by 2050.

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Some predict that wild koalas will be extinct by 2050.

What can we do to protect koalas? In Australia, eco-tourism is increasingly becoming a way to contribute to koala conservation efforts. Tour participants can enjoy Australia's natural environment while participating in activities such as tree planting in koala habitats. In addition, Australian zoos are widely raising funds to protect koalas. Through these activities, each of us can get involved in koala conservation.

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Around 2010, there were more than 10,000 rhinos living in Africa's Kruger National Park, but in recent years, however, the number has been reduced to about 3,000. Many of the residents around Kruger are poor, and they are approached by criminal organizations to poach rhinos. Money is the reason rhinos are being targeted for their horns and becoming extinct. Efforts to nullify the market value of rhino horn and the eradication of international poverty must be hastened in order to protect rhinos. A species that has been destroyed cannot be regained. What is more important than money?

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The making of Promontory 岬 1-6

In this video, bamboo artwork is finished with persimmon tannin and beeswax. 

This piece is made from sustainable, natural materials. 

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The making of Promontory 岬 1-4

Bamboo is a highly sustainable material. 

In this video, a huge mammal painted with a pigment on the inside of a split bamboo. 

There are many non-human creatures living on this planet. 

The Earth is a planet of all living things.