Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
red-list
noun
/rɛd lɪst/
Definition
A red-list is a list of species that are at risk of extinction and require conservation efforts to protect them.
Examples
- The IUCN Red List is an important tool in biodiversity conservation.
- Many conservation organizations use the red-list to prioritize their efforts.
- Species on the red-list may include endangered animals like tigers and polar bears.
Meaning
It is often used to refer to a specific list maintained by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) that categorizes species based on their conservation status.
Synonyms
- Endangered list
- Threatened species list
- Conservation status list
