Mankind

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    Homo sapiens, Man, is the most insidious and most destructive predator of penguins. Collectively, governments, industry and individuals have done more to deplete the populations of penguins than any other natural destructive force in nature has. Fortunately, we are taking the effort to reverse this trend.

    From penguin slaughter in the 1800s to oil spills in the 1990s, Man has pretty much done it all. Despite all the indirect and direct impact Man has had on penguins, some good has come out. All 17 species of penguins are protected by government treaties. All governments that demonstrate claim in Antarctica protect endemic species there.

Resources for environmentally conscious individuals

• Take It Back. The United States government is the largest consumer of paper in the world. Tell them to recycle.
• The National Audubon Society
• Endangered Species