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John R. Platt

is the editor of The Revelator and an award-winning environmental journalist whose work has appeared in dozens of publications around the world. His “Extinction Countdown” column has run continuously since 2004 and has covered news and science related to more than 1,000 endangered species. He is a member of the Society of Environmental Journalists and the National Association of Science Writers. John lives on the outskirts of Portland, Ore., where he finds himself surrounded by animals and cartoonists.
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Cylindropuntia californica
Extinction Countdown

Prickly But Unprotected: 18 Percent of Cactus Species at Risk

A new study — the first of its kind — finds that the world’s conservation areas fail to protect hundreds of rare cactus species.
September 17, 2018
by
John R. Platt
A new study — the first of its kind — finds that the world’s conservation areas fail to protect hundreds of rare cactus species.
Vepris bali
Extinction Countdown

New Tree Species Discovered — and Declared Extinct

Researchers have identified a new tree species in Cameroon, but it only grew in a landscape that has now been destroyed by agriculture.
September 12, 2018
by
John R. Platt
Researchers have identified a new tree species in Cameroon, but it only grew in a landscape that has now been destroyed by agriculture.
lion
Environmental Books

Endangered Lions, Climate Justice and Towering Trees: The 15 Best New Eco-books for September

Books coming out this month also examine the dangerous world of wildlife trafficking, the history of poisonous chemicals and new ideas in agriculture.
September 7, 2018
by
John R. Platt
Books coming out this month also examine the dangerous world of wildlife trafficking, the history of poisonous chemicals and new ideas in agriculture.
Tara Lohan
Editorials

Welcome Tara Lohan, Our New Deputy Editor

The respected environmental journalist joins The Revelator to help us tell important stories about climate change, water, wildlife and other essential topics.
September 4, 2018
by
John R. Platt
The respected environmental journalist joins The Revelator to help us tell important stories about climate change, water, wildlife and other essential topics.
Maclear's rat
Extinction Countdown

When This Rat Went Extinct, So Did a Flea

The extinction of the Christmas Island flea — and the current risk to other parasites — shows a major gap in conservation efforts.
August 22, 2018
by
John R. Platt
The extinction of the Christmas Island flea — and the current risk to other parasites — shows a major gap in conservation efforts.
indri lemur
Extinction Countdown

Lemurs in Crisis: 105 Species Now Threatened with Extinction

At least 95 percent of Madagascar’s beloved primates are now at risk, conservationists warn.
August 9, 2018
by
John R. Platt
At least 95 percent of Madagascar’s beloved primates are now at risk, conservationists warn.
lion
Extinction Countdown

Lion-Hunting by Trump Donors Is Awful, But the Trade in Lion Bones Is Worse

Experts worry this booming trade could doom the big cats in the wild.
August 2, 2018
by
John R. Platt
Experts worry this booming trade could doom the big cats in the wild.
orangutan
Environmental Books

Orangutans, Drones, Seaweed and Water Wars: The 13 Best New Eco-books for August

Books coming out this month also examine endangered languages, the lingering effects of colonialism and how war hurts the environment.
August 1, 2018
by
John R. Platt
Books coming out this month also examine endangered languages, the lingering effects of colonialism and how war hurts the environment.
Mexcian gray wolf
Podcasts

Podcast: How Extinction Affects Everyone

Plus, a few tips on how to deal with the gloom and doom of environmental issues.
July 31, 2018
by
John R. Platt
Plus, a few tips on how to deal with the gloom and doom of environmental issues.
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The Ask

What Does the World Need to Understand About Wildlife Trafficking?

“Wildlife crime is organized crime, not an ‘animal rights’ issue,” says World Pangolin Day and Annamiticus founder Rhishja Cota.
July 25, 2018
by
John R. Platt
“Wildlife crime is organized crime, not an ‘animal rights’ issue,” says World Pangolin Day and Annamiticus founder Rhishja Cota.

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