The feds no longer protect endangered species habitat. States say they can’t pick up the slack.
Few wildlife agencies have the authority to regulate habitat under state laws. By Alex Brown for Stateline The…
Hawaii: In 1955, Hawaii released a cannibal snail to control another invasive snail, but the predator instead helped push the islands’ rare native tree snails toward extinction
Still, the outlook for Hawaii’s snails is uncertain, symbolizing a new era in the conservation of endangered species.…
Sperm whales change ‘vowel’ sounds when boats are nearby, scientists discover | Cetaceans
Sperm whales produce a specific pattern of clicking noises when they hear the noise of boats, researchers have…
Why are some animals considered ‘pests’? It comes down to culture and convenience
After wild turkeys attacked an 83-year-old woman in May 2026, sending her to the emergency room for stitches,…
It’s harpoon-proof, ‘sings’ jazz music, and lives up to 200 years – meet a record-breaking giant of the animal world
The animal in question is a record-breaking goliath of its species: it has the thickest blubber, thickest skin,…
Feral cats erased 11 native species from this Australian island. Scientists are bringing back two truffle-eating marsupials to rebuild it |
Two threatened marsupials are being reintroduced to the Shark Bay World Heritage area in order to advance species…
Whale Sharks: Scientists attach cameras to whale sharks, capturing how the world’s biggest fish hunts like never before
For decades, marine scientists have watched whale sharks (Rhincodon typus), the world’s biggest fish, from boats and while…
Meet the capybara: Why the world’s largest rodent is friends with almost every animal and where to spot it
Capybara standing on green grass (Image Credit: Canva) The capybara has earned a special place in the hearts…
Beluga whales flown from closed Canadian marine park to new homes in the US
Six beluga whales have been transported from a closed marine park in Niagara Falls, Canada, to new homes…
Rainbow Snake: The hidden wetland hunter that depends on American eels and rarely encounters humans |
The rainbow snake is a large, non-venomous species with a glossy black body marked by three thin red…
5 stunning purple snakes that look straight out of a fantasy novel
Snakes are among the lethal creatures found in the wild, and spotting one almost sends chills down a…
Man tossed by bison in US says hitting the ground was the worst part
Bison that appear to be grazing peacefully can accelerate to a terrifying pace, making them among the most…