Conservation
The Killer Shrimp Bullies Species into Extinction
New research shows this invasive crustacean isn’t quite as deadly as its name suggests—but it’s still causing localized extinctions
Extinction Countdown
News and research about endangered species from around the world
Conservation
The World's Worst Invasive Predators are Cats, Rats, Pigs and...Hedgehogs?
Hundreds of extinctions have been caused by just 30 invasive predator species
Conservation
Thousands of African Grey Parrots Stolen from the Wild Every Month
The illegal pet trade threatens these beloved birds in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and other countries
Climate Change
Climate-Threatened American Pika Denied Protection--Again
The move comes just weeks after a new government study found that the cold-adapted rodents have disappeared from much of their range
Conservation
Apes, Pandas, Whales and Bears (an Extinction Roundup)
We have good news and bad news about some of the world’s most well-known endangered species
Conservation
Giraffe Genetics Reveal Four Separate (and Threatened) Species
The discovery drives home the need to protect Africa’s “forgotten megafauna”
Conservation
Nautilus Finally Moves toward Endangered Species Protection
The living embodiment of the Fibonacci spiral faces devastating overharvesting for its valuable shells
Conservation
How Social Networks Could Save Hawaiian Monk Seals
The most social Hawaiian monk seals are receiving vaccinations against a disease that could devastate this critically endangered species
Conservation
How Invasive Species (Slowly) Push Plants Toward Extinction
A new paper suggests we need to rethink our models about endangered plant species
Conservation
The Amazing Biodiversity within an Elephant's Footprint
Our understanding of the elephant’s role as an ecosystem engineer continues to evolve
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