Habitat Loss
- Extinct Wildlife
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…
Read More » - Endangered Species
Orangutans of Sumatra: Deep Dive into the Sumatran and Tapanuli Orangutans
Introduction Orangutans are the only great apes native to Asia, and within Sumatra two critically endangered species exist: the Sumatran orangutan (Pongo abelii) and the recently recognized Tapanuli orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis).…
Read More » - Endangered Mammals
Vaquita (Phocoena sinus): The World’s Most Endangered Marine Mammal
Introduction Hidden in the silvery waters of Mexico’s Gulf of California lives the world’s rarest and most endangered marine mammal: the Vaquita (Phocoena sinus). With fewer than 10 individuals believed…
Read More » - Endangered Species
Amur Leopard (Panthera pardus orientalis)
Introduction The Amur leopard (Panthera pardus orientalis) is one of the world’s rarest and most endangered big cat subspecies. Adapted to endure harsh winter climates, these leopards reside in temperate…
Read More » - Dolphins & Whales
Why Are Pink Dolphins Endangered? A Deep Dive Into Their Origin, Anatomy, Habitat & Threats
Pink dolphins—often referred to as Amazon river dolphins or Inia geoffrensis—are some of the most mesmerizing creatures inhabiting our planet’s freshwater ecosystems. Their unique coloration and enigmatic presence have sparked…
Read More » - Australian wildlife
Thousands Of Koalas Reported Missing
The Australian Koala Foundation reports that thousands of koalas are “missing” from the country’s eucalyptus forests. Koalas face various problems including habitat loss, and conservationists want the government to take…
Read More » - American Wildlife
Polar Bear Critical Habitat Proposed
Polar bears need relief from the loss of habitat they have experienced as the result of global climate change. In response, the federal government is proposing to protect more than…
Read More »
