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Extinction Countdown

Rocket Frog, Damselfish, and Bandicoots: The Species Declared Extinct in 2025

This year’s list includes a notable extinction caused by climate change — and several caused by introduced predators.
January 20, 2026
by
John R. Platt
This year’s list includes a notable extinction caused by climate change — and several caused by introduced predators.
Wildlife

Incredible Journeys: Filling in the Blanks of Sea Turtle Migrations

These marine reptiles lead complicated lives, making protecting them a real challenge. But new science has revealed important information.
January 14, 2026
by
Melissa Gaskill
These marine reptiles lead complicated lives, making protecting them a real challenge. But new science has revealed important information.
A flock or birds flies over and is reflected in a body of water; sun glows through fog or mist
Commentaries

The Seduction of Despair, the Persistence of Possibility

Hope comes from the stubborn work of refusing to abandon what’s wild. Here’s how to keep moving forward.
January 9, 2026
by
Rick MacPherson
Hope comes from the stubborn work of refusing to abandon what’s wild. Here’s how to keep moving forward.
Extinction Countdown

Species to Watch in 2026

From orangutans to parrots, hellbenders, and a newly discovered Tanzanian grass, these species — and the threats they face — are sure to make headlines in the year ahead.
January 7, 2026
by
John R. Platt
From orangutans to parrots, hellbenders, and a newly discovered Tanzanian grass, these species — and the threats they face — are sure to make headlines in the year ahead.
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Wildlife

Eagles, Wolves, and Whales: Announcing the 2025 Wildlife MVPs

In a world where conservation news often appears grim, let’s celebrate the animals who made a difference.
January 5, 2026
by
Tim Lydon
In a world where conservation news often appears grim, let’s celebrate the animals who made a difference.
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Editorials

12 Environmental Commentaries That Defined Our Year in 2025

These expert opinions address opportunities to make a difference — and point out a few of our failures.
December 22, 2025
by
John R. Platt
These expert opinions address opportunities to make a difference — and point out a few of our failures.
Extinction Countdown

This Year in Conservation Science: Whales, Birds, and Killer Roads

We asked conservation researchers around the world to send us their favorite papers of 2025. They address the planet’s most pressing problems — and important solutions.
December 17, 2025
by
John R. Platt
We asked conservation researchers around the world to send us their favorite papers of 2025. They address the planet’s most pressing problems — and important solutions.
Environmental Books

A Few More Environmental Books From 2025 We Couldn’t Let You Miss

Before ending the year, we wanted to highlight this eclectic assortment of reading gems we couldn’t fit into our earlier book reviews.
December 16, 2025
by
Colleen M. Crary, Ph.D.
Before ending the year, we wanted to highlight this eclectic assortment of reading gems we couldn’t fit into our earlier book reviews.
Wildlife

Piping Plovers Inspire Volunteer Conservationists Despite New Threats From the Trump Administration

Proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act and park staffing cuts are putting the endangered coastal bird in danger.
December 15, 2025
by
Jill Webb
Proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act and park staffing cuts are putting the endangered coastal bird in danger.
Commentaries

Spandrels of the Sea: From Evolution’s Byproducts to Blueprints for Equity and Representation in Ocean Conservation

Unintended consequences can become indispensable — in architecture and in efforts to preserve life on Earth.
December 10, 2025
by
Rick MacPherson
Unintended consequences can become indispensable — in architecture and in efforts to preserve life on Earth.

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