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Trump orders likely to drive species’ extinction, wildlife advocates warn

In addition to layoffs and hiring freezes, a ‘God squad’ can effectively veto ESA protections for endangered species

The Guardian - US

Trump orders swathes of US forests to be cut down for timber

President’s move to expand tree cutting across 280m acres evades rules to protect endangered species

The Guardian - US

Trump purge raises extinction threat for endangered species, fired workers warn

Scientist sounds alarm over ‘canary in the coalmine’ species including beetles and spiders

The Guardian - US

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WWF helping facilitate trade in polar bear fur, investigation reveals

Wildlife charity backs policy of exploitation of small number of some endangered species for economic purposes – such as trophy hunting

The Guardian - UK

A ‘recipe for extinction’: can the US’s envied nature protections survive Trump and his ‘God squad’?

Fears grow for endangered species as the US president sets about dismantling basic laws to protect them to make way for oil and gas drilling

The Guardian - UK

Wildlife Crossings Saving Endangered Red Wolves

Learn how wildlife crossings on U.S. 64 aim to protect red wolves and other endangered species from road accidents in North Carolina.

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The world wildlife trade regulator is 50 – here’s what has worked and what needs to change

Have you ever bought a souvenir from a local market on holiday? Or tried to travel overseas with a guitar? If so, you may have been stopped at the airport if your item contains animal or plant parts. This is because most countries, and also the EU, implement Cites, the…

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Global wildlife trade is an enormous market – the US imports billions of animals from nearly 30,000 species

When people think of wildlife trade, they often picture smugglers sneaking in rare and endangered species from far-off countries. Yet most wildlife trade is actually legal, and the United States is one of the world’s biggest wildlife importers.

The Conversation

Rare Wildlife Species Found In Cambodian National Park

A years-long survey of a Cambodian national park has revealed endangered species never before recorded in the country, highlighting the need for greater conservation efforts, environmentalists said Wednesday.

International Business Times

Texas wildflower big red sage proposed for endangered species protection

Only seven native populations remain in Texas, all in the Edwards Plateau in Central Texas.

The Texas Tribune

Every V-12-Powered Car You Can Still Buy in 2025

The V-12 engine is an endangered species. You used to be able to find dozens of sports cars and luxury machines powered by 12-cylinder engines, but these days, just 11 different vehicles use the iconic layout.

Motor1

"There Is, Technically, No Snail Darter," But the Snail Darter Still Delayed the Tellico Dam

A case study in how the Endangered Species Act encourages the politicization and distortion of science.

Reason

London Zoo Conducts Annual Census To Manage Endangered Species

London Zoo's annual census tracks 10,000+ animals, aiding global breeding programs. Notable births in 2024 include gorillas, lions, penguins, and frogs.

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Why Protection For Declining Monarch Butterflies Is Needed — But Complicated

Monarch butterflies are among the most beloved insects in North America and are on the decline. Here's why protection could help — but also has consequences.

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The Conversation

Federal protection for monarch butterflies could help or harm this iconic species, depending on how it’s carried out

Monarch butterflies are among the most beloved insects in North America. They are brightly colored and unique, both as caterpillars and later as mature insects. Monarchs are found in every U.S. state except Alaska, so nearly everyone has seen a monarch flutter by on a warm day.

The Guardian - UK

‘It shouldn’t be that easy’: inside the illegal wildlife trade booming on social media

Social media sites have become crucial tools for the sale of endangered species and platforms should do more to combat it, say experts

The Independent UK

Critically endangered leopard dies at age 21 in California zoo

A critically endangered species of leopard has died at age 21 in a Southern California zoo

The National (Scotland)

'Ambitious plan' to protect cornerstone species in two Scottish rivers

Cairngorms National Park has announced the preparation of an “ambitious plan” to help endangered species of mussel...

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The Independent UK

First right whales of season gorge on critical food off Massachusetts, giving hope for a strong year

Scientists who study a critically endangered species of whale that lives off New England say encouraging early signs suggest the animals could have a strong season for feeding and breeding

Advnture

Gray wolves spotted in California National Park for first time in 100 years – here's everything hikers need to know

The endangered species hasn't been spotted within Lassen Volcanic National Park in nearly a century of federal protection

The Guardian - US

US moves to list giraffes under Endangered Species Act for first time

Climate crisis, habitat loss and poaching have reduced its numbers – but will Trump put the kibosh on protections?

Evening Standard

Drones to be used by zoo charity to monitor endangered species in the wild

Field trials found the technology can capture images with enough detail that the animals would not need to be disturbed.

The Independent UK

World’s first cloned black-footed ferret gives birth in Virginia

The birth of the two kits signifies ‘a major milestone’ in preserving endangered species, say conservationists

International Business Times

Nevada Lithium Mine Will Destroy Critical Plant: Lawsuit

A lawsuit seeks to block a company from mining in Nevada near a rare buckwheat that has medicinal and nutritional value.

RideApart

North Idaho Snowmobiling Thrown into Disarray After Last-Minute Wrench

The Endangered Species Act is a generally useful thing. It's protected loads of animals, bugs, and other critters from going extinct since its inception that otherwise would not have been protected. And the way that it succeeded in keeping multiple species alive should be applauded.

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