Extinct

Dozens of frogs, fish, orchids and other species — many unseen for decades — may no longer exist due to humanity’s destructive effects on the planet.

A new paper identifies 65 plant extinctions in the continental United States and Canada — but that’s probably just a fraction of what we’ve lost.

A Swedish death-metal album mourns species we’ve recently lost — and reminds us that we can all stand up against extinction.

The discovery of a lost plant species highlights the need to protect other endangered species in one of the most biodiverse regions in the United States.

And they’re not the only ones in trouble — orchid species around the world face increasing threats from illegal trade and habitat destruction.

Cat Tale, a new book by journalist Craig Pittman, takes us on a wild ride into the science and politics of saving an iconic species. 

Three bird species, two frogs, a shark, a famous snail and one of the world’s largest freshwater fish were among those declared extinct this year.

The snaring crisis in Southeast Asia appears to have claimed the lives of the country’s last wild tigers.

But here’s the good news: New research finds it was actually six different species, and five still exist — for now.

New books this month tackle tough issues related to climate change, extinction, Indigenous sovereignty, ocean conservation and a whole lot more.