Namibia's 35-Year Cheetah Sperm Bank for Conservation
For 35 years, a 'frozen zoo' of cheetah sperm has been stored in Namibia as a last resort against extinction. With fewer than 7,000 left in the wild, this genetic bank could be vital.
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3000 Welsh species at risk of extinction
A shocking report reveals 2,955 species in Wales are at serious risk of disappearing. Discover which beloved creatures are threatened and how simple conservation actions can help.
Greta Thunberg banned from Venice after protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg has been banned from Venice and fined after Extinction Rebellion activists dyed the Grand Canal green in a protest against fossil fuels.
Greta Thunberg banned from Venice after protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg was banned from Venice for 48 hours after an Extinction Rebellion protest dyed the Grand Canal green. Read more on this environmental activism story.
Greta Thunberg banned from Venice after protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg was banned from Venice for 48 hours and fined after a dye protest in the Grand Canal. Read about the fallout and global climate talks.
Greta Thunberg banned from Venice over canal protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg fined and banned from Venice for 48 hours after Extinction Rebellion stunt dyeing the Grand Canal green. Read the full details of the protest and its fallout.
Venice's Grand Canal dyed green in climate protest
Climate activists from Extinction Rebellion have dyed Venice's Grand Canal and other Italian waterways green to protest the failure of COP30 to phase out fossil fuels. Discover the full story behind the dramatic demonstration.
Activist stops Norway's Christmas tree ceremony in oil protest
A climate activist scaled the 65ft Christmas tree gifted from Norway to the UK, disrupting the decades-old tradition to protest the Rosebank oil field. Read the full story.
Trump's Endangered Species Act rollback plan revealed
The Trump administration proposes sweeping changes to the Endangered Species Act, a move conservationists warn is a 'death sentence' for monarch butterflies and other vulnerable species.
Ancient mammoth RNA breakthrough could aid de-extinction
Scientists extract world's oldest RNA from 40,000-year-old woolly mammoth, revealing new biological insights that could help bring extinct species back to life. Discover how this breakthrough transforms our understanding of prehistoric genetics.
Neanderthals: Not Extinct, But Genetically Absorbed
Groundbreaking research suggests Neanderthals didn't face true extinction but were genetically assimilated into Homo sapiens. Discover how our ancient ancestors live on in us today.
Beasts of the Sea: A hypnotic tale of extinction
Iida Turpeinen's mesmerising novel 'Beasts of the Sea' resurrects the tragic story of the Steller's sea cow in a powerful ecological lament that speaks to our current climate crisis.
Fen orchid saved from extinction in UK conservation triumph
One of Britain's most endangered flowers, the fen orchid, has been dramatically rescued from near extinction through a groundbreaking conservation programme.
Man banned from owning animals after vet finds neglected birds
A man has been disqualified from owning animals for five years after RSPCA inspectors discovered severely neglected birds living in filthy conditions, leaving a veterinary professional in tears.
McBurney & Pite confront extinction in powerful new show
Visionary theatre directors Simon McBurney and Crystal Pite collaborate on 'Figures in Extinction', a powerful performance piece sounding the alarm on biodiversity loss through breathtaking movement and sound.
Extinction crisis happening inside human bodies
Groundbreaking research reveals how the biodiversity collapse is mirrored in our gut microbiomes, with profound consequences for human health and disease prevention.
Animal rights activist guilty in California chicken rescue
Zoe Rosenberg, founder of Happy Hen Animal Sanctuary, convicted on multiple charges after dramatic rescue operation from California poultry farm sparks fierce debate over animal welfare laws.
Jakarta bans dog meat trade after activist campaign
Indonesia's capital city outlaws brutal dog and cat meat markets following years of campaigning by animal rights activists and health concerns.
Florida's Coral Reefs Declared Functionally Extinct
Scientists confirm Florida's coral reef system has reached functional extinction after unprecedented marine heatwave, marking a devastating milestone in the climate crisis.
Dugong extinction warning: Don't repeat sea cow mistake
Marine experts sound the alarm as dugong populations plummet, warning these gentle marine mammals could vanish from coastal waters forever without urgent conservation action.
Asteroid winter, not impact, killed dinosaurs - study
Groundbreaking study confirms it wasn't the initial asteroid impact but the resulting global winter that sealed dinosaurs' fate 66 million years ago.
Dinosaur extinction: Asteroid far deadlier than believed
Groundbreaking research reveals the asteroid that wiped out dinosaurs created a 'perfect storm' of destruction, with global wildfires and atmospheric collapse ensuring their extinction.
New Mexico dinosaur fossils reveal final moments before extinction
Groundbreaking fossil discovery in New Mexico reveals dinosaurs perished and were preserved moments before the catastrophic asteroid impact that wiped them out 66 million years ago.
Last Sea Cow: A Tale of Human Greed and Extinction
Finnish author Iida Turpeinen's powerful new novel 'Beasts of the Sea' resurrects the tragic story of the Steller's sea cow, hunted to extinction just 27 years after its discovery - a stark warning about humanity's destructive impact on nature.
Ex-Jets star Jai Johnson guilty of animal cruelty
Former rugby league player Jai Johnson convicted of horrific animal abuse against bulldog, with court hearing stomach-churning details of neglect and violence.
Columbia River Salmon Face Extinction in Oregon
Exclusive investigation reveals Oregon's Columbia River salmon populations are teetering on the brink of extinction, with devastating consequences for local ecosystems and fishing communities.
Ice Age Snow Sloths: Prehistoric Secrets Uncovered
Groundbreaking research reveals how Ice Age snow sloths survived harsh climates and why their extinction holds crucial lessons about climate change and modern conservation efforts.
Humanish: How Human Is Your Pet?
Science writer Justin Gregg's groundbreaking book examines the surprising human-like qualities of our pets and what they reveal about animal consciousness.
Slender-billed Curlew declared extinct
The slender-billed curlew, once a migratory marvel across Europe and the UK, has been officially declared extinct after decades without confirmed sightings, marking another devastating blow to global biodiversity.
Slender-billed Curlew declared extinct after decades
Scientists confirm the heartbreaking extinction of the Slender-billed Curlew, once Europe's rarest bird, after decades without sightings. Discover the story behind this ecological tragedy.
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