As Malaysia's forests disappear, photographer steps up to save orchids
Suzairi converted his backyard into a conservatory for endangered species to safeguard thousands of plants, chiefly wild orchids.
Sat Jun 04 2022
US to declare 23 species, including ivory-billed woodpecker, officially extinct
With climate change and natural area loss pushing more species to the brink, now is the time to lift up efforts to save America's wildlife.
Thu Sep 30 2021
'Excited' Polish zoo unveils rare Siberian tiger cubs
The breed is part of the European Endangered Species Programme, making the cubs' birth that much more "exciting".
Tue Jun 08 2021
AI could help us identify endangered species
This technology combines satellite imagery with artificial intelligence to recognise and count elephants moving through Africa's forests.
Tue Feb 02 2021
The size of a matchbox, a rare mouse deer is born on camera in Poland
For the first time ever, an actual birth of a tiny mouse deer was filmed in a hopeful moment for the highly endangered species.
Wed Dec 02 2020
Lucky children greet Fu Bao, the first panda born in South Korea
Giant pandas are one of the world's most endangered species and the birth of a cub is something to celebrate.
Thu Nov 05 2020
Reptiles vulnerable to unscrupulous pet trading: Study
According to the new study by researchers, three-quarters of trade is in species not covered by international regulation.
Wed Sep 30 2020
Hong Kong seizes largest ivory haul in 30 years
The former British colony situated at the mouth of China's Pearl River Delta is one of the world's top global transit hubs for endangered species and their products.
Thu Jul 06 2017
What Harambe's death means for a critically endangered species of gorilla
Western lowland gorillas are widely hunted for meat, and their body parts are used as medicine and "magical charms," according to the World Wildlife Fund.
Fri Jun 03 2016
Demand for exotic animals pushing endangered species to early extinction
Illegal wildlife trade around the world is a hefty issue and known as greatest threats to the survival of vast endangered species in driving them to brink of extinction.
Fri Mar 27 2015
Call for sailfish to be listed as endangered species
The Federal Government has been urged to list sailfish (scientific name Istiophorus) as an endangered species.
Wed Dec 17 2014
DiCaprio raises $25million at French charity gala
Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio has raised more than $25 million (18 million euros) at a charity gala in France for his foundation which aims at protecting the environment and endangered species.
Thu Jul 24 2014
Wild things: Crackdown on menu for China's animal eaters
China in April raised the maximum sentence for anyone caught selling or consuming endangered species to 10 years in prison.
Mon Jul 07 2014
Conservationists: Whale shark factory found in China
A factory which processes around 600 whale sharks annually has been found in southern China, a conservation group said.
Mon Jan 27 2014
Heat on Thailand as wildlife conference starts
Global conservationists will converge in Bangkok for the start of key endangered species talk on Sunday, as host Thailand faces pressure to curb rampant ivory smuggling through its territory.
Sun Mar 03 2013