- Founded in 1948
- Headquarters in Gland, Switzerland
- A global union of states, government agencies and non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
-Aims 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 sustainable.
-Publishes the IUCN Red List, which is a comprehensive inventory of the conservation status of species.
The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)
- Founded in 1961
- Headquarters in Gland, Switzerland
- An international non-governmental organization (NGO)
-Aims to conserve nature and reduce the threats to the diversity of life on Earth.
- Works to protect endangered species and habitats, promote sustainable development, and reduce pollution and waste.
The Conservation International (CI)
- Founded in 1987
- Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, United States
- An international non-profit organization dedicated to conserving the Earth's biodiversity and ensuring that human activities are sustainable.
-Focuses on protecting critical ecosystems and habitats, promoting sustainable livelihoods, and advancing climate change resilience.
The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)
- Founded in 1895
- Headquarter in Bronx, New York, United States
- An international non-governmental organization (NGO)
-Dedicated to protecting wildlife and wild places around the world through science, conservation action, education, and advocacy.
-Works to conserve wildlife and their habitats, combat illegal wildlife trade, and promote sustainable development.
The Nature Conservancy (TNC)
- Founded in 1951
- Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, United States
- A non-profit organization that works to conserve and protect the natural world.
-Focuses on protecting habitats, supporting sustainable agriculture and forestry, and providing education and outreach programs.
The Zoological Society of London (ZSL)
- Founded in 1826
- Headquarters in London, United Kingdom
- An international scientific, conservation, and educational charity.
-Dedicated to the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats.
-Works to protect endangered species, promote sustainable development, and advance scientific knowledge.
These organizations play crucial roles in raising awareness about wildife conservation, conducting research, protecting endangered species and their habitats, and promoting sustainable practices. They collaborate with governments, local communities, and other partners to achieve their conservation objectives.