Famous endangered species are often chosen for their conservation appeal. Conservation efforts often benefit the animals and their ecosystems
World's largest natural history museum established in 1869. Located in Manhattan, spans four city blocks. Contains 28 interconnected buildings with 45 permanent exhibition halls
Blue whale is the largest animal ever, reaching 30 meters and 180 tons. Sperm whale is the largest toothed predator, reaching 20 meters and 60 tons. Orca is the largest dolphin, reaching 8 meters and 5,400 kg
Museum contains over 80 million objects spanning 4.5 billion years. Features meteorites, dinosaur fossils, and blue whale skeleton. Houses world's largest blue topaz gemstone (Ostro stone). Contains 296 natural diamonds and first iguanodon teeth