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The EDGE of Existence programme highlights and protects some of the most unique species on the planet, which are on the verge of extinction.

These weird and wonderful species are Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered. Representing a unique and irreplaceable part of our world’s biodiversity, many EDGE species have been overlooked by conservationists – until now.

Explore our conservation work around the world, from Fellows to Projects to Expeditions, to learn more about these amazing species and support our efforts to maintain the diversity of life.

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Shoebill

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WHY EDGE SPECIES?

Unique in the way they look, live, and behave, when they are gone there will be nothing like them left on earth

WHAT WE DO

We build capacity & conservation action by supporting 121 EDGE Fellows working on 115 species in 46 countries around the world

WHAT YOU CAN DO

Help us prevent the extinction of EDGE species by donating to our conservation work, raising funds, or volunteering

ABOUT US

The EDGE of Existence programme is the only global conservation initiative to focus specifically on threatened species that represent a significant amount of unique evolutionary history. Using a scientific framework to prioritise little-known EDGE species, we put these species on the map and catalyse conservation action to secure their future.

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Born to be wild

Some of the species that show up on our EDGE lists might be surprising. Not because they are particularly weird or unheard of, in...
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