Brazil Opens Latin America's First Sanctuary for Abused Circus Elephants

Over 50 rescued circus elephants will be relocated to a beautiful plot of land for a happy, healthy, and relaxing retirement.

By Tiffani Spengler

23 October 34 Views

Watch Baby Elephant Rush into River to 'Rescue' Her Favorite Human

Kham Lha loves her caregiver so much, she's not afraid to rush into the current to save him- just in case- providing the cutest payback.

By Jeanne Goddard

15 October 41 Views

Critically Endangered Black Rhinos Welcome Two Newborn Calves

There are only about 700 black rhinos in the world, but these mommas bred in captivity just gave birth to two healthy calves.

By Tiffani Spengler

11 October 35 Views

These 4 Endangered Flowers Will Not Perish Under Florida Bulldozers

Thanks to the Endangered Species Act, these four fragile shrubs will be given a fighting chance against building projects that threaten their survival.

By Jeanne Goddard

30 September 35 Views

Check Out These 23 Baby Pandas Making Their World Debut (WATCH)

These newly-born pandas may be the cutest thing you will see today.

By Tiffani Spengler

30 September 40 Views

Commercial Trade of the Pangolin Has Just Been Banned

Since these scaly creatures are poached for their hide and meat, the government is stepping up to prevent any further harm to the pangolin.

By Jeanne Goddard

28 September 35 Views

Louisiana Black Bear Removed From Endangered Species List

Thanks to conservation efforts for Louisiana's wildlife habitat, the black bear is quickly bouncing back from extinction.

By Jeanne Goddard

08 August 50 Views

Zoo Celebrates Birth of Two Newly-born Endangered Piglets (WATCH)

These newly-born little cuties are welcome additions to the Brevard Zoo because of the species' critically endangered status.

By Jeanne Goddard

20 September 42 Views

Manatees Displaced by Hurricane Are Rescued From Golf Course Pond (LOOK)

This aggregation of manatees – including a mother and calf – have been rescued from a Floridian golf course pond thanks to conservation teams taking charge.

By Tiffani Spengler

15 September 30 Views

Halting a Century of Decline, Tiger Numbers are Now Growing

After a century of constant decline, the number of wild tigers has grown by double digits since 2010..

By Jeanne Goddard

25 July 36 Views

Buckwheat Wildflower Discovered 69 Years After Disappearing

After years of failed breeding attempts to save this sweet wildflower species, a small crop of the endangered blooms brought hope to scientists' hearts.

By Jeanne Goddard

12 September 42 Views

Tasmanian Devils Are Adapting to Fight Debilitating Cancer

After losing almost 80% of their population, the roguish little animals are making a big comeback thanks to a new cancer-resistant gene variant.

By Jeanne Goddard

09 September 43 Views

With Fins Off the Menu, A Glimmer of Hope for Sharks

For decades, the decline of sharks has been staggering. But bans on finning and new attitudes in Asia toward eating shark fin soup are leading to optimism about the future for these iconic ocean predators.

By Jeanne Goddard

20 April 39 Views

California Bans Use of Harmful Devices Against Captive Elephants

Following Rhode Island's example, the West coast state has just signed a bill that will give severe civil penalties for the use of cruel training tools.

By Tiffani Spengler

30 August 38 Views

Wild Tigers Up 20 Percent in 6 Years; DiCaprio is One Reason Why

The Global Tiger Forum kicked off a major tiger conservation meeting this week with exciting news. Leonardo DiCaprio is one reason for the success...

By Jeanne Goddard

12 April 49 Views