WWF are working to save the Saimaa ringed seal.
WWF are building snow banks for the endangered fresh water seals, they are building snow banks so that when they give birth they have a safe place to keep there pups away from humans, cold and predators.
This winter, volunteers built nearly 290 snowbank. This season’s pups haven’t yet been counted yet, but last year 73 out of 82 pups were born in the manmade snowbanks, which is hopefully protecting them against humans, the cold and predators.
This was really interesting learning about the seals. How do they build the snowbanks?
ReplyDeleteKia ora Caitlyn,
ReplyDeleteFirst of all, I love that you have written your answers out in full sentences, it helps the readers know what questions you are answering, great start! Yes, you're absolutely correct, the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is working hard to save freshwater seals known as the Saimaa Ringed Seal. They are one of the rarest seals in the world.
You have shown good understanding about what the WWF are doing to save these freshwater seals. It's great to see you have done your research and included some factual information as well. It's amazing what people can achieve when we come together and offer a helping hand, don't you think? There is still plenty of work to be done to ensure that we are able to protect these animals but any efforts made will always be helpful to their well-being. You might be able to find out more information on the outcome of their supportive projects here:
https://wwf.fi/en/saimaaringedseal/
Keep up the good work,
Evelyn :)