# Life Preservers for Animals ADDI Polar Bear Floaties By Elsa Blaine | Published 2008-11-15 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/life-protecting-gear-for-animals-addi-polar-bear-life-preservers References: [addi.se](http://www.addi.se/Eng/concepts/animal.php) Polar bears and Bengal tigers may soon be wearing life preservers and bullet-proof vests. Designers at ADDI Concepts have created these thought-provoking images of [endangered animals in protective devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canine-unit) to draw attention to the struggle these beasts are living with. The [shrinking ice fields](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vital-ground-foundation) are leaving polar bears with little 'land' to call home. They must swim miles to find nourishment and resting spots. [Bengal tiger numbers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-sandlpare) have dropped 95% since 1910 from poachers. The folks at ADDI Concepts hope to inspire people to action. Through a little creative modification, these two powerful photos illustrate the gravity of the situation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Endangered Species Awareness:** This trend highlights the need for increased awareness and action to protect endangered animals. - **Protective Innovations:** This trend focuses on the development of protective devices and solutions for endangered animals. - **Environmental Conservation:** This trend emphasizes the importance of conserving the environment to preserve wildlife habitats. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Conservation Organizations:** Conservation organizations can leverage this trend to create campaigns and initiatives that raise awareness about endangered species and their protection. - **Technology and Design:** The technology and design industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by developing advanced protective devices and solutions for endangered animals. - **Tourism and Ecotourism:** The tourism and ecotourism industry can capitalize on this trend by offering experiences and educational programs that showcase the importance of environmental conservation and the protection of endangered species. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Animal-Inspired Habitat Lip Balms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endangered-animal-lip-balm.md) - [Plastic Bottle Lifejackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bot-lifejacket.md) - [Polar Bear-Themed Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polar-bear-bench.md) - [Animal-Tracking Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fahlo.md) - [Lifesaving Swimming Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swimming-vest.md) - [Beer-Cooled Summer Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiger-summer-puffer.md) - [Under-Arm Rescue Floatation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ua80-evolution-vest.md) - [Large Animal Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polar-bear-oversized-plush-cuddle-animal-body-pillow.md) - [Endangered Animal-Saving Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-oka-earth-day-pack.md)