Washington officials will vote to remove gray wolf from endangered species list
Washington state’s gray wolf population may no longer be considered endangered. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is preparing to hold a vote that could remove wolves from the state’s endangered species list. “The status of species listed as endangered, vulnerable or sensitive is subject to review every five years through what is […]
Four endangered American red wolf pups born at St. Louis Zoo
These babies are really cute. The Saint Louis Zoo welcomed four red wolf pups this spring, marking a major population boost for the world’s most endangered wolf species. The Missouri Zoo announced this week that a female named Otter was born on April 26, followed by triplets named Molly, Finn and Obi just eight days […]
Critically endangered whale seen off California coast: ‘Every sighting is valuable’
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NJ proposes bald eagle’s removal from endangered species list after big rebound
New Jersey proposed removing bald eagles from the endangered species list on Monday, citing an increase in population since the state had just one nesting pair in a remote county more than 40 years ago. State Environmental Commissioner Sean LaTourette said in a statement that the turnaround was due to the efforts of volunteers and […]
New endangered listing for rare lizard could slow oil and gas drilling
Federal wildlife officials have listed the dune sidekick as an endangered species due to threats from energy development. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said the lizard is “threatened throughout its range” and “functionally extinct” in 47% of its range. The decision ends a 20-year legal battle between the U.S. government, conservationists, and the oil […]
Cruise ship docks at New York City port with 44-foot dead endangered whale caught on its bow
A cruise ship pulled into New York City harbor on Saturday with a 44-foot-long endangered whale lying dead on its bow. An MSC Cruises spokesperson said the whale was on board the MSC Meraviglia, which docked in Brooklyn Harbor before heading to its next destination. “We regret to confirm that a whale was spotted on […]
‘Another Benghazi’: Endangered US Troops Should Evacuate From Hostile African Nation Quickly, Experts Say
Experts and former defense officials told the Daily Caller News Foundation that U.S. troops in the African nation of Niger should be evacuated quickly given the chaotic situation there. More than 1,000 U.S. troops currently stationed in Niger will begin evacuating in the coming months at the request of the junta-backed regime, officials say, as […]
Endangered Bornean orangutan born at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
An endangered baby Bornean orangutan has been welcomed into the world at Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay, Florida. World’s oldest gorilla turns 67 at Berlin Zoo The baby orangutan was delivered by C-section on Saturday and weighed just over 3 pounds, park officials said. Her mother, Luna, is recovering from surgery and she plans to […]
Tennessee aquarium welcomes 7 baby turtles endangered in wilderness, experts say a ‘small victory’
Recently, the world welcomed a bale of endangered Arakan tawny tortoises to an aquarium in Tennessee. The Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga, Tennessee, announced the arrival of seven chicks. The aquarium announced the good news in a press release, noting that it is rare for all seven eggs to fully emerge. Arrival of rare animal helps […]
Endangered sawfish ‘whirling and spinning’ to death in Florida, baffling experts
Endangered fish are “spinning” and dying en masse on a South Florida coast, baffling experts. Dozens of black-tailed sawfish were found dead in the Lower Florida Keys, prompting baffled scientists to launch an “emergency response” to resolve the unusual behavior. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Wednesday that the investigation effort was unprecedented. Rice […]