Which endangered animal was chosen for the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) logo in 1961, and why was this specific choice significant?

Conservation organizations have created some of the most recognizable logos in the world to represent their mission of protecting animals and wildlife. These logos have become powerful symbols in raising awareness and driving conservation efforts globally. Test your knowledge about the history behind one of the most famous wildlife conservation logos ever created!

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Giant Panda - Selected because it was endangered, had universal appeal, and worked well in black and white print when color printing was expensive
Bengal Tiger - Chosen because it represented strength and was the most threatened big cat species at the time of the organization's founding
African Elephant - Selected as it was the largest land animal facing extinction and created the most dramatic visual impact for fundraising
Mountain Gorilla - Chosen after Dian Fossey's research revealed their critical endangerment, making them the first flagship species for conservation