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Who knew that by wearing condoms you could protect the world !

The Center for Biological Diversity believes that the major reason that dozens of animals, birds, and plants face extinction is the vast overpopulation of the human race. The Center points out that humans are destroying habitat and creating greenhouse gases that are drastically changing our climate to the detriment of many endangered species.

To raise awareness of the human overpopulation problem, the Center has started the Endangered Species Condom Project. To help people understand the impact of overpopulation on other species, and to give them a chance to take action in their own life, 3,000 Center volunteers are distributing 100,000 free packets of Endangered Species Condoms.

As part of the education process, the condoms will be enclosed in six beautifully designed special packages, featuring clever slogans and each highlighting a different endangered species: the polar bear (Wrap with Care. Save the Polar Bear.), snail darter (Hump Smarter. Save the Snail Darter.), spotted owl (Wear a condom now. Save the spotted owl.), American burying beetle (Cover your tweedle. Save the burying beetle.), jaguar (Wear a jimmy hat. Save the big cat.), and coquí guajón rock frog (Use a stopper. Save the hopper.).

The condoms will be handed out at concerts, bars, universities, spiritual groups, local events, and farmer’s markets. Along with two condoms, each package contains original artwork and information on the species, facts about overpopulation and the extinction crisis, and suggestions on how the human population can be stabilized.

You can learn more about overpopulation and extinction rates at the project’s website where you can also donate or volunteer to help.

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Madeline Dennis
Natural Nutmeg