First Nonfic Attempt

I've an idea to write about something near and dear to my heart. But I'm not 100% sure what to include in the book. I figure a brief history of the country is in order and as much information as I can gather on the animal in question (about conservation).

Now I do plan to contact the organization/conservation group involved; aside from their history and perhaps personal stories (should they agree to the idea) is there anything else to include?

There are no books about this specific cause, I've checked. And despite all their efforts to get word out they're struggling. I'd really like to write this piece, but nonfiction (at least writing it) is new to me. Therefore any tips would be greatly appreciated. On that note, is submitting nonfiction work the same as fiction?

Thanks!!

Sorry, I meant to say "cause". Typing things out on my phone at work, that's what I get. I suppose looking at other books might help, just a matter of finding something similar to what I want to do. I'm not entirely sure the World Wildlife Fund will be of much help. The animal in question isnt considered important by most, as suggested by the struggle to get any sort of help. Thank you for answering my questions. Looks like a trip to the library. If anyone knows of potentially helpful books please feel free to share.

I'm not sure why people can't figure out what I'm trying to write. It clearly says in my first post that I'm planning a book.

And considering the woman running the conservation efforts pays for most things out of pocket...they need help and aren't getting it despite all their best efforts. They have a Twitter account, FaceBook page, and a personal website. They've contacted their local government without much help. Only late last year did they manage to get a step in the right direction, but considering the gene pool is so limited it may be too late.