Defenders' Experts
Impacts of Global Warming on Wildlife and Habitat
Global warming is one of
the gravest threats facing wildlife today, and plants and animals around the
country are in real danger of falling victim because their habitat is changing
too rapidly for them to keep up.
Impacts on Animals
Polar bears, wolves, and even trout and salmon are being adversely affected by global warming.
Focus on the Arctic
Animals in the arctic face an uncertain future, read our 10-part series, focusing on real-world solutions to help arctic wildlife survive the impacts of global warming.
Adaptation to Climate Change
Animals and habitats are going to need to adapt to the impacts of climate change, so we're leading the efforts to ensure work is done to assist them.
National Wildlife Refuges and Climate Change
Climate change is the single greatest threat imperiling the entire National Wildlife Refuge system. Wholesale changes to ecosystems and habitats will reduce the Refuge System's ability to support wildlife and visitor programs.
