10 Rarest Animals That Are The Last Ones of Their Kind

10 Rarest Animals That Are The Last Ones of Their Kind

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10 Rarest Animals That Are The Last Ones of Their Kind
We humans share the earth with literally millions of other animal species, most of which haven’t even been discovered yet. And we might not ever discover them, because every single day, multiple plant and animal species disappear from the face of the earth, never to be seen again. While we can’t really do anything for those that we don’t know even exist, at least, we can save the 10 animals on today’s list from extinction.
Every single animal here today is critically endangered, and without our help, will probably go extinct within the next few years. So let’s all get to know them before it’s too late shall we? Here are the 10 rarest animals that are the last of their kind.

Number 10. The Kakapo
The kakapo, or Strigops habroptila, is a nocturnal, flightless parrot. With a lifespan of 60 years it’s one of the longest living birds in the world. But despite that, they are on the brink of extinction. They are only found in New Zealand, where their population was utterly devastated by the human colonization of the island nation as well as the subsequent introduction of cats to the region. In fact, it’s believed that this parrot is already extinct in its native range. However, a government-sponsored conservation and relocation effort has resulted in the species now steadily increasing in population size.
There are currently 116 mature adults spread across three smaller islands of New Zealand. The region is almost entirely protected, and all adults are tagged and monitored by conservationists. Testing of the breeding age adults and supplemental feeding have shown significant increases in the rate of birth and overall survival. Here’s to hoping we won’t be seeing this amazing flightless parrot disappear within our lifetime.

Number 9. The Philippine Crocodile
One animal that’s doing worse than the kakapo is the Philippine crocodile. This is one of the smaller crocodilians, with the largest specimen caught in the wield measuring only around 9 feet in length. They can be found in various parts of the country, mostly in inland wetlands.
These reptiles breed once a year, most often during January. Each female would lay up to 30 eggs that would hatch after between 60-85 days. Unlike many other crocodilian species, both males and females actively take turns guarding the nest. Philippine crocodile eggs have shown evidence of temperature-dependent sex determination, meaning the temperature at which the egg incubates determines the sex of the baby crocodile inside.
But due to rapid habitat loss and hunting, this majestic reptile’s numbers have dropped to a critical level. The latest population estimates say that there are around 92-137 adult crocodiles left, certainly enough to build a healthier population on, but not with the continued destruction of their habitat and relentless hunting.

Number 8. The Amur Leopard
People usually think of leopards in the savannas of Africa but in the Russian Far East, a rare subspecies has adapted to life in the temperate forests that make up the northern-most part of the species’ range.
The Amur leopard is a resident of the Amur region of Russia and China. It is prized hunters for their beautifully spotted coats, so much so that they have been hunted to the brink of extinction. In 2005, there were only around 14 adult Amur leopards left in the world. As of writing, their population has increased to 84 individuals, and achievement yes, but that doesn’t mean that the possibility of them becoming instinct within the next decade isn’t possible.
The establishment of a preserve in the Russian Far East region has enabled the recent recovery of the species, but a lack of prey will inhibit a return to their former spread. Weighing in between 75-100 pounds, this impressive leopard can run at speeds of 37 mph, leap 19 feet horizontally, and jump 10 feet straight up into the air.

Number 7. The Addax
The addax is a species of antelope that are known for their white fur and screw shaped horns. They once ranged across northern Africa. Today, the only population is found in the Termit & Tin Toumma National Nature Reserve in Niger, that is according to the IUCN. In fact, it is believed that only 3 of these antelopes are left out in the wild. Given the fact that these animals once lived in herds that numbered up to 20 individuals, the 3 left in the wild must be living a pretty lonely existence.