Endangered Animals of the Desert
From the Series Animals in Danger
Deserts are dry, harsh places full of animals that have adapted to life in these conditions. Endangered animals of the desert include the wild Bactrian camel, the Gila monster, and more. Climate change, invasive animals and plants, and urbanization are but a few of the causes of the lowering numbers of these animals. Learn about current efforts to protect the world's deserts and its animals.