# Wildlife-Protecting Chocolates The Endangered Species Chocolate Dark Chocolate Barks are Tasty By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-02-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-barks References: [trndmonitor](https://trndmonitor.com/food-spotlight-endangered-species-chocolate-debuts-dark-chocolate-snacking-line/) & [chocolatebar](http://www.chocolatebar.com/) The new Endangered Species Chocolate Dark Chocolate Barks come as a release from the brand to expand on its existing offerings as well as support even more funding towards conservation projects for wildlife. 10% of the sales from the new chocolate lineup will be donated towards GiveBack Partners including the Rainforest Trust and the Wildlife Conservation Network. The Endangered Species Chocolate Dark Chocolate Barks includes five new varieties that are all oriented towards being delicious and great for [snacking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-bites). The flavours include Almonds and Peanuts, Salted Hazelnut Toffee, Caramel and Sea Salt, Sea Salt and Almonds and 88% Cocoa. Each one is Fairtrade International-certified, [gluten-free and Non-GMO Project-verified](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-chocolate-truffle-bars). Select ones are also vegan to offer a complete lineup of products that are suitable for an array of different taste and diet preferences. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Snacking:** The trend of sustainable snacking presents opportunities for businesses to create delicious and eco-friendly products. - **Corporate Social Responsibility:** The growing focus on corporate social responsibility creates opportunities for brands to support meaningful causes through their products. - **Ethical Food Production:** The trend of ethical food production provides opportunities for companies to create products that align with consumers' values and support important causes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of sustainable snacking and offer eco-friendly products. - **Chocolate:** The chocolate industry has the opportunity to align with corporate social responsibility by supporting conservation projects and donating a portion of sales to wildlife initiatives. - **Natural and Organic:** The natural and organic industry can tap into the trend of ethical food production by creating products that are both sustainably sourced and support conservation efforts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Romantic Free-From Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endangered-species-chocolate-be-mine-mix.md) - [Dipping-Friendly Chocolate Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dip-n-joy.md) - [Satiating Dark Chocolate-Covered Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolatecovered-snacks.md) - [Decadent Nutty Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purdys-chocolatier-1.md) - [Authentic Argentinian Chocolate Barks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-table-baking-company.md) - [Organic Fruit-Sweetened Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-west-chocolate.md) - [Dark Chocolate Snacking Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biona-snacks.md) - [Bite-Sized Artisan Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singleserve-chocolates.md) - [Alt Milk Chocolate Bark Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oat-milk-chocolate-snack.md)