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100-Year-old Galápagos Tortoise Might Be a Survivor of Species Thought to be Extinct
These massive reptiles have not been seen on the Galápagos Islands since 1906 – but thanks to a recent expedition, there may still be hope for the species.
Belugas to Become Residents of the World’s First Retirement Home for Ocean Animals in Show Business
These two beluga whales have spent years performing for humans – but soon, they will be the residents of the world's first open sea sanctuary.
Instead of Tossing it Back, 5,000 Indian Fishermen Now Collect Ocean Plastic to Build Roads and Prosperity
While the world becomes more and more aware of plastic pollution, a group of 5,000 fishermen who rely on the “Mother Sea” to survive...
For 30 Years, This Cute Critter Was Thought to be Extinct –Until Now
When researchers first stumbled upon the kangaroo rat, they had to search through old field notes in order to figure out exactly what it was.
Teen Plants Hundreds of Mangroves to Replace Trees Trampled by Hurricane Irma
This 18-year-old was heartbroken by the amount of mangroves that were damaged in Hurricane Irma – so he decided to do something about it.
Zoos Are Tweeting Yelp-Like Reviews of Animal Species and They Are Hilarious
Wildlife experts are taking to social media to leave reviews for their favorite animal species – and their creativity will have you laughing like a hyena.
U.S. Airlines Excel: Denied Boardings, Mishandled Bags at Lowest Rate in 26 Years
An annual report released today shows that airlines are substantially improving the service provided to passengers in the US. In fact, your chances of...
Dog Chained Up For 15 Years is Finally Freed (WATCH)
Bear the dog had spent his entire life chained up to a dog house in someone's backyard – but now, he's on his way to a happy new forever home.
New Edible Rings on 6-Packs Can Feed Animals Instead of Harming Them
A craft beer maker in Florida has created a six-pack ring that feeds animals instead of endangering them.
Saltwater Brewery has replaced the dangerous plastic...
After Two Centuries, Atlantic Salmon Return to the Connecticut River
For the first time since the American Revolution, wild Atlantic Salmon are spawning in the Connecticut River.
Industrial pollution and a series of dams constructed...
Endangered Species Day: 9 Success Stories to Make You Cheer Today
From a grandmother nursing orphaned elephants to a whole town rallying for a little salamander, the past year has been ripe with good news surrounding endangered species.
To...
With Fins Off the Menu, A Glimmer of Hope for Sharks
For decades, the decline of sharks – sought for their fins and meat – has been staggering. But bans on finning and new attitudes...
Fishermen Rescue Rare Whale From Nets Thanks to New Training Program
An extremely rare type of whale has been saved from almost certain death thanks to a training program for Pakistani tuna fishermen.
The February 10...
A Decade After Asian Tsunami, New Forests Protect the Coast
The tsunami that struck Indonesia in 2004 obliterated vast areas of Aceh province. But villagers there are using an innovative microcredit scheme to restore...
A Homeless Teen Named National Science Prize Finalist is Given Housing and Help
A dedicated marine biology student at a Long Island High School learned she was named one of 61 finalists for the $100,000 Intel Science...
Turtle Thought to be Extinct Spotted in Myanmar
One of the world’s rarest turtle species – the Arakan forest turtle – has been observed for the first time in the...
These Uncertain Times?
"These uncertain times..." It's hard to go through the day and not see or hear the use of this phrase. But...
Bush Creates Largest Marine Protection Zone in the World
With the stroke of a pen today, President Bush will designate three new areas in the Pacific as Marine National Monuments to create the...
Top Ten Stories of 2006: #3 – Species Recovery
Environmentalists Heartened by Stunning Finds of Species, Coral, and Recovery of Many Endangered • Numerous hopeful stories in 2006 showed that endangered...
Top Ten Good News of 2006!
With casualties in Iraq reaching record numbers, the war in Lebanon punctuating the continuing crises in the Middle East and the ongoing slaughter in...