‘Bad Dog' Destined to Spend Life in Shelter Catches 150 Poachers in Two Years
A shelter dog without much hope of adoption becomes a hero, helping arrest 150 poachers in less than two years.
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Orangutan Population Is Double the Previous Estimate in Sumatra
Positive numbers about the endangered Sumatran orangutan is always welcome news.
First Results of the Great Elephant Census Are In: 'More Positive Than Expected'
The first results from aerial surveys in Africa were released by Zambia and the results are optimistic.
Monarch Butterfly Population More Than Triples Over Last Year
Imagine 10 acres of woodland fields and branches dripping with butterflies. That's what the remarkable comeback of the monarch in Mexico looked like this winter.
Wild Wolves Are Bouncing Back From Extinction in Europe
Just two decades ago there were no wolves in Germany, after they were hunted to extinction a century ago.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Check Out These 23 Baby Pandas Making Their World Debut (WATCH)
These newly-born pandas may be the cutest thing you will see today.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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..
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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