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An Act of the Parliament of India enacted for the protection of plants and animal species. It has several schedules of protected species, hunting or harvesting of these species is largely outlawed. This act greatly improved the conservation status of many Indian species, like the Bengal Tiger.

A global partnership of conservation organizations that strives for the protection of all bird species and their habitats. It identifies Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas and works on the conservation of these sites to prevent avian biodiversity loss.

US federal law that prohibits, with certain exceptions, the taking of marine mammals in US waters and by US citizens on the high seas, and the importation of marine mammals and marine mammal products into the US. Helped in stabilizing and restoring marine mammal populations like seals and whales.

US federal legislation that imposes an excise tax on the sale of firearms and ammunition, with funds specifically earmarked for wildlife conservation and restoration, hunter education, and shooting range development. It has provided a stable source of conservation funding and has been critical in the restoration of many wildlife populations.

US law to protect critically imperiled species from extinction as a consequence of economic growth and development. Resulted in significant protection for species such as the Bald Eagle and the Gray Wolf.

An international treaty that has three main goals: the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of its components, and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from genetic resources. It has influenced national biodiversity strategies and action plans globally.

This US Act created the National Park Service and mandated the preservation of natural and cultural resources in the parks for the enjoyment of future generations. It has helped to protect iconic landscapes and wildlife in parks like Yellowstone and Yosemite.

An international treaty that sets aside Antarctica as a scientific preserve, establishes freedom of scientific investigation and bans military activity on the continent. This treaty has had significant environmental implications as it prohibits mineral mining and protects the continent's ecozone.

An environmental organization founded by Wangari Maathai in Kenya, which focuses on tree planting, conservation, and women's rights. It has planted over 51 million trees in Kenya, helping to restore degraded habitats and improve the livelihoods of rural people.

US federal law that regulates the hunting, killing, trading, and transport of migratory birds, their eggs, and parts. It has been instrumental in the conservation of numerous migratory bird species such as the Sandhill Crane and the Snow Goose.

A wildlife conservation project initiated in India by the government to protect Bengal Tigers and their habitats. It resulted in a substantial increase in the tiger population within the reserved areas and raised the profile of tiger conservation on an international scale.

The first federal law in the United States to regulate the trade of wildlife. It prohibits interstate commerce of animals killed in violation of state game laws, and addresses illegal poaching, hunting, and trafficking of wildlife. It has been pivotal in preventing illegal wildlife trafficking.

An international NGO founded in 1961, working in the field of wilderness preservation and the reduction of human impact on the environment. It's one of the world's leading conservation organizations and has led numerous initiatives worldwide to conserve species and their habitats.

US federal law that governs the administration and management of the National Wildlife Refuge System. Aimed at preserving land and water for the conservation of fish, wildlife, and plant resources and habitats. These refuges have been pivotal for protecting endangered species and their habitats.

The primary legislation in the United Kingdom which protects native wildlife, nature conservation, and the natural environment. It prohibits certain methods of killing or taking of wild animals, and imposes strict protections for designated Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs).

An international agreement aimed at ensuring that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. Has significantly reduced the illicit trade of endangered species.

US law that was a response to clear-cutting practices on public land. It mandates the development of land management plans with public participation, integration of renewable resource management, and preservation of diversity of plant and animal communities.

An international treaty signed in Ramsar, Iran, for the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands. It promotes the importance of maintaining the ecological character of wetlands and has been a key factor in wetland preservation around the world.

An international organization founded in 1948, that works in the field of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. It is known for the IUCN Red List, a comprehensive inventory of the global conservation status of biological species.