Endangered Species
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Scioto Madtom: The Lost Catfish of Big Darby Creek
1. Introduction The Scioto Madtom (Noturus trautmani) was a diminutive catfish species once found exclusively in southern Ohio. Despite its fleeting presence—only 18 individuals ever documented—it continues to resonate as…
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Bachman’s Warbler: The Lost Jewel of the Avian World
1. Introduction Bachman’s Warbler (Vermivora bachmanii) was once one of North America’s most elusive and beautiful songbirds. Sadly, it is now believed to be extinct, with the last confirmed sightings…
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Hawaiian Honeycreepers
Introduction: The Hawaiian honeycreepers are a unique and fascinating group of birds that have captured the attention of scientists and bird enthusiasts alike. Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands, these birds…
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Animals and Species That Went Extinct in the US (2023-2025)
The extinction crisis continues to impact biodiversity in the United States, and in the years 2023 through 2025, several species have officially been declared extinct by the U.S. Fish and…
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Mountain Gorilla vs Western Lowland Gorilla: Conservation, Threats & How to Save Them
Introduction Gorillas, the largest living primates, are divided into two species: the Eastern Gorilla (Gorilla beringei) and the Western Gorilla (Gorilla gorilla). Among these, the Mountain Gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) and the Western…
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The Saola (Pseudoryx nghetinhensis)
Introduction The Saola (Pseudoryx nghetinhensis), often referred to as the “Asian Unicorn,” is one of the world’s rarest and most enigmatic mammals. Discovered only in 1992 in the Annamite Range of Vietnam and Laos, this…
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Ivory Poaching: History, Causes, Impacts, and Global Solutions
1. Historical Background: The Rise of the Ivory Trade Ancient and Colonial Origins Ivory has been coveted since antiquity—used for religious artifacts, decorative art, tools, piano keys, and billiard balls.…
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