"Critically Endangered" is a conservation status assigned to species that face an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild. This classification is part of the International Union for Conservation of Nature's (IUCN) Red List, which assesses the conservation status of various species globally. Factors contributing to this status include habitat loss, poaching, climate change, and invasive species. Species labeled as critically endangered, such as the Sumatran orangutan or the Vaquita, require immediate conservation efforts to prevent their extinction. Conservation programs often focus on habitat protection, legal protections, and breeding programs to help increase their populations and ensure their survival for future generations.