Sturgeon are ancient fish that have been around for 201 million years, giving them the title of “modern fossils” quite easily ...

"Successful and resilient." Researchers thrilled as unique species returns to national park after 50-year absence: 'There was ...

Over a million species of animals and plants are now hanging by a thread, more than ever before in human history, says the ...

Seven species of pangolin could soon be federally protected thanks to a proposal from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Reader’s Digest put together this list of 16 innocent-looking creatures that are also some of the deadliest animals on the planet. Keep reading to learn which animals can kill you—and get the ...

News; US News; Animals; Full list of extinct animals scientists are bringing back after dire wolf return A ground-breaking science firm that brought back the dire wolf revealed its extraordinary ...

However, the nonprofit did confirm three animals: giraffes, a species of rhino and lorikeets, which is a parrot species found in Australia. The Reporter-Telegram wrote that the zoo will also build ...

But ultimately, the species disappeared due to overhunting, habitat destruction and the introduction of invasive, competing species to their lands. The last one died in captivity in 1936.

A tiny snail was recently named after painter Pablo Picasso. It’s one of many species named after celebrities or artists, but some researchers question whether species should be named after ...

Over 500 bird species could vanish in 100 years. Protecting habitats isn't enough. Targeted recovery efforts are crucial.

By Michelle Trauring On the surface, the northern long-eared bat, the Atlantic sturgeon and the rufa red knot do not have ...