Endangered Animals

December 6, 2024

Prehistoric New Zealand Bird Thought to Be Extinct Returns to the Wild in a Conservation Victory

The takahē is quite a sight. This flightless bird from New Zealand is known for its spherical body and blue-green plumage, which makes it look a bit like a bird-shaped Earth if it weren't for its bright red beak and legs. These fascinating birds were long thought to be extinct, but now, thanks to a concerted conservation effort, they are once again thriving in New Zealand’s South Island.

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November 3, 2024

Indian Rhino Population in Assam Flourishes As Poaching Drops 86%

The rhinoceros might be the closest thing we've got to unicorns on Earth, and they capture our interest almost as much as their fictional cousins. There are five rhino species, varying from the almost-extinct white rhino to the smiley, critically endangered Javan rhinoceros. Rhinos are frequently the focus of intense conservation efforts, with experts desperate to preserve populations.

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October 16, 2024

Conservation Photographer Documents Last Two Northern White Rhinos on Earth [Interview]

The plight of the Northern white rhinoceros puts into clear focus the threats that face all endangered species. The lone remaining members—Najin and Fatu—are closely guarded at the Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya and carry the hope of the entire species. Their story intrigued Indian-American wildlife photographer Mital Patel, who traveled to Africa to document their story and learn more about the caretakers who dedicate their lives to protecting them.

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August 20, 2024

Endangered Ocelot Is Caught on Camera in the Atascosa Highlands Region of Arizona for the First Time in 50 Years

Conservationists in Arizona are excited about a highly rare sighting. An endangered ocelot was caught by a wildlife camera in the Atascosa Highlands region—the first in the area in more than 50 years. After analyzing the animal’s spots, researchers confirmed it had never been recorded before. Ocelots are small neotropical cats, about the size of a bobcat.

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