Discover stories in Endangered
What Happened to the Schomburgk’s Deer?
Much about the life history and extinction of this species remain somewhat of a mystery.
New Map Shows Hotspots of Species Under Threat
A new analysis identifies global hotspots where the most species are threatened by human impacts.
The Strange Sex Life of Freshwater Mussels
The mussel’s sedentary lifestyle presents, well, certain mating challenges.
Community MPAs Fail to Protect Important Reef Fish
New science shows that community-managed protected are failing to protect two important reef fish species in the Solomon Islands.
Meet the Mysterious Freshwater Eels of New Zealand
Meet the eels of New Zealand… they can climb ladders, live for 100 years, and migrate thousands of miles to an unknown spawning ground.
Recovery: Darters and Values
Darters, the native fish once belittled as “cold slimy things,” face a more hopeful future.
How President Herbert Hoover Helped Save the Koala
Koalas were almost hunted to extinction last century, until American President Herbert Hoover helped put a stop to the trade.
The Conservation Story of the Kenya Black Leopard
The first scientific confirmation of a black leopard in Kenya is a story of conservation, community and coexistence.
Monarchs Are Disappearing in the Western US. What’s Happening?
Migrating western butterflies declined 85 percent between 2017 and 2018. What’s going on?
Sustainable Sea Cucumbers: Saving the “Gold Bars” of the Ocean
In Papua New Guinea, a tribal network is taking sustainable management of sea cucumber fisheries into their own hands.
George’s Long Farewell: Why One Snail’s Death Became International News
The death of a colorful snail named George draws international attention over the plight of vanishing species.
Day of the (Turtle) Dogs
Meet the turtle dogs -- they track and retrieve turtles. For science!
