A species that is at risk of extinction is referred to as an "endangered species." Endangered species face a potential threat to their survival due to factors such as habitat loss, pollution, climate change, poaching, and invasive species. Organizations and governments often monitor these species to implement conservation strategies aimed at protecting their populations and habitats. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) maintains a Red List of Threatened Species that categorizes animals and plants according to their extinction risk. Protecting endangered species is vital for maintaining biodiversity and ecological balance.