1971 8c Wildlife Conservation: Polar Bear

U.S. #1429

8¢ Polar Bear and Cubs
Wildlife Conservation

Issue Date: June 12, 1971

City: Avery Island, LA

Quantity: 43,919,000

Printed By: Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Printing Method: Lithographed and engraved

Perforations: 11

Color: Multicolored

The Wildlife Conservation block of four stamps was issued to raise awareness of the plight of endangered species. The polar bear, the California Condor (one of the rarest birds in the world) and the alligator have all been threatened with extinction. Increased water pollution has also put several species of trout in jeopardy.