Move to save EDGE species

 
Scientist launched a bid to save some of the world's rarest and most neglected creatures from extinction. The EDGE species means they are Evolutionary distinct and Globally Endangered. Scientist from Zoological Society of London is behind the venture. They are listed 10 such species now, including a venomous shrew like creature, an egg laying mammal, Yangtze River Dolphin, Elephant, Panda and the world's smallest bat.  Jonathan Bailliie, A scientist from Zoological Society of London told, " These are one of a kind species. If they are lost there is nothing similar to them left on the planet". The project also involves awareness through the Internet on highlighting threatened creatures and encourages public to sponsor conservation. Global warming and human depredations on habitat are cited as root causes of the problem. In the future they are aiming to save so more far small specieces.

(The Bussinessline, 17th January 2007)