Animals

November 7, 2024

Rats Wearing Tiny Vests Are Helping Sniff Out and Catch Illegally Trafficked Wildlife

Rats usually get a bad reputation, particularly in big cities. However, in Tanzania, they are hard workers that can save lives with their powerful sense of smell. In fact, they are so good at their job that they've got the moniker “HeroRATs.” On top of being highly trained rodents with a mission, they look absolutely adorable in their work uniforms, which include tiny vests and backpacks.

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October 30, 2024

Night Parrot Previously Thought To Be Extinct Is Discovered by Indigenous Rangers and Researchers

Australia is an extremely biodiverse nation, boasting over 800 species of bird. Among these are petite penguins, sand pipers, and tropical cockatoos. One of the island’s delightful species that once flew is the night parrot, a delightfully sweet green and yellow critter with small black flecks on its wings. For most of the 20th century, the species was thought to be extinct. Sightings were virtually nonexistent, and today remain exceptionally rare.

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October 23, 2024

Polish Zoo Celebrates the Arrival of Four Adorable Sumatran Tiger Cubs

Zoo Wroclaw in Poland recently celebrated a major conservation milestone with the birth of four Sumatran tiger cubs, a significant boost for this critically endangered species. Born on July 22, 2024, the zoo waited several weeks before making the announcement of the cubs’ arrival until they were sure they were healthy and likely to survive.

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October 16, 2024

Colorful Stamp Designs Celebrate the Beauty of Endangered Species

Sometimes, revisiting our past creative projects can reveal their lasting value. This is true for Hanoi-based graphic designer and illustrator Lâm Tùng Nguyễn (better known simply as Tùng Nâm). Nearly a decade ago, he designed the Endangered Species Stamp Collection while applying for an internship at a local design agency. Though years have passed, the project remains as relevant today as when it was first created.

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