Dee's PorTfolio 

A young mountain gorilla, enjoying his youth, not knowing the importance of his future.

In 2025, mountain gorillas are still classified as an endangered species by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 

While their numbers have increased in recent decades, reaching around 1,063 individuals in 2024-2025. This increase was significant enough that their status was downgraded from "critically endangered" to "endangered" in 2018. 

A Bornean orangutan ready to take on the role of Old Man of the Forest.

The Bornean orangutan is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List. While there are estimates of 55,000 to 104,700 remaining in the wild, the species has experienced sharp population declines due to habitat destruction, degradation, and hunting. 

A mother giant anteater, making sure her youngster is getting the nourishment it needs.

In 2025, giant anteaters are classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List. Their population has declined significantly due to habitat loss, roadkill, and other human-related activities. Scientists estimate that fewer than 5,000 individuals remain in the wild. 

Two young Sumatran elephants already sharing the life long bond they will have together.

The Sumatran elephant is currently classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. This means they face a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future. The population is estimated to be less than 1,500 individuals across Sumatra, and has declined significantly in recent years. 

A Kordofan Giraffe resting.

Listed in 2025 as critically endangered, with only an estimated 2,300 individuals remaining in the wild. The subspecies has experienced an 80% decline in population over the past 35 years, leading to its classification as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Significant threats include poaching, habitat loss, and human encroachment. 

A young pygmy hippo having a great day.

In 2025, pygmy hippos are classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List. Estimates suggest there are fewer than 2,500 individuals remaining in the wild. Their primary threats include habitat loss due to deforestation, mining, and agriculture, as well as poaching and hunting. 

A polar bear, sliding along the ice, like he just doesn't have the energy to walk another step.

The Polar Bear is currently classified as Vulnerable on the basis of a projected reduction in global population size due to loss of sea ice habitat. Loss of Arctic sea ice due to climate change
is the most serious threat to Polar Bears
throughout their circumpolar range, but
action to mitigate this threat is beyond
the ability of either the PBSG or the five
governments that comprise the Polar Bear
Range States.

Mother Gray Wolf with her pup, singing together, teaching the youngster the importance of reaching out with the pack to connect to one another. 

In 2025, the global gray wolf population is estimated to be between 200,000 and 250,000, with a significant presence in North America and Eurasia. The IUCN classifies gray wolves as being of "least concern" for extinction. While wolves are protected in some areas and hunted in others, they continue to face challenges from human encroachment and habitat destruction, particularly in areas where they are perceived as threats to livestock and pets. 

A beautiful Plains Bison, showing his strength and beauty, with his stunning mane.

Plains bison populations are in a state of recovery at last and are no longer considered endangered. While the species was once nearly extinct, their numbers are increasing in both North America and Europe and we hope it continues. Conservation efforts, including collaborations between Native communities, private landowners, and conservation organizations, have been crucial to their revival. 

A young Giant Panda, having a role around not realising just how important his role for his species will be.

Giant pandas are currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. This classification indicates that the species faces a high risk of endangerment in the wild. While their numbers are increasing due to conservation efforts, they remain vulnerable to threats like habitat loss and climate change. 

The Arctic peregrine falcon, a subspecies of the peregrine falcon, is generally considered to be of "Least Concern" globally. While the overall peregrine falcon population is increasing, the Arctic subspecies, Falco peregrinus calidus, is more migratory and can be found in the UK on passage and during winter, although it's not officially on the British list due to identification difficulties. Peregrine falcons, including the Arctic subspecies, have been victims of persecution and illegal trade, highlighting the importance of legal protection. 

This young Northern White Rhino is walking away from a role in the mud and sand, just a dream of what many will never see again.  Sadly the Northern White Rhino is critically endangered and considered functionally extinct in the wild. Only two individuals remain, both female, and they are housed at the Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya. These rhinos, Fatu and Najin, are under 24-hour armed guard. The subspecies' near extinction is due to decades of poaching for their horns. 

We create beautiful things but we destroy such beauty without a second thought.

The Eurasian beaver is a native species in Great Britain but was hunted to extinction in the 16th century. While globally classified as "Least Concern," it's considered "Endangered" in Great Britain and "Critically Endangered" in England. In 2022, they were legally recognized as native in England and are now a protected species in the UK. Reintroductions have been successful in reversing their local extinction, and populations are increasing in Scotland and England. 

The Galápagos penguin is classified as an endangered species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The species faces a high risk of extinction in the wild due to a combination of factors, including a small population size, a limited range, and fluctuations in marine conditions, particularly those exacerbated by climate change.

Modelled on a famous Great White, Deep Blue is a female great white shark that is estimated to be 6.1 m long or larger and is now sixty years old. She is believed to be one of the largest ever recorded in history.

The Great White faces numerous ecological challenges which has resulted in international protection. The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists the great white shark as a vulnerable species, and it is included in Appendix II of CITES. This status indicates they are facing a high risk of extinction in the wild. Their population trend is considered to be decreasing, influenced by factors like overfishing, bycatch in commercial fisheries, and entanglement in beach protection nets, also illegal finning is a very sad and cruel practice that is decimating shark number's. 

A loving couple, he gifts her a mouse he has just caught. Total Winters Devotion.

The global status of the Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus) is Vulnerable according to the IUCN's Red List. This assessment was confirmed in 2021, following a 2017 assessment that also listed the species as Vulnerable. This designation reflects a decline in the Snowy Owl population, particularly in North America and possibly in northern Europe and Russia. Recent estimates suggest there are fewer than 100,000 individuals globally

In the UK, Barn Owls are classified as a Green-listed Bird of Conservation Concern. This means they are considered to be in a stable or improving population. The population is widely distributed across the UK, although they are absent from the Highlands of Scotland and considered under threat in Northern Ireland. 

Organizations like the Barn Owl Trust and the Suffolk Wildlife Trust are actively involved in monitoring and helping to protect Barn Owl populations.