Fossils vary from the size of small rodents, all the up to Lisowicia bojani, a dicynodont species discovered in Poland that rivals modern elephants in size. A cursory glance at a dicynodont skull ...

Jan. 22, 2025 — Globally, tropical rain forests are among the most species-rich habitats and are therefore often prioritized in conservation efforts. A team of ... Some Species of Baleen Whales ...

Feb. 3, 2025 — A new study has estimated it would cost $15.6 billion per year for 30 years to prevent extinction for 99 of Australia's priority species. The research highlights the urgent need ...

People usually think of leopards in the savannas of Africa but in the Russian Far East, a rare subspecies has adapted to life in the temperate forests that make up the northern-most part of the ...

Invasive alien species (IAS) are animals, plants or other organisms that are introduced into places outside their natural range, negatively impacting native biodiversity, ecosystem services or human ...

An alien bird species has landed in large parts of northern Italy, putting local wildlife at risk. The African sacred ibis is an invasive species that is thought to have invaded after it escaped ...

The scarcity of prey is the most prevalent threat for the Arctic fox. Disease and genetic pollution of the species by foxes bred in captivity also threatens this species. Temperatures in the Arctic ...

Global insect invasions are increasing, driven by advances in globalization and technology. This Review discusses the effects of increasing trade and transport on insect invasions worldwide, and ...

Actor’s environmental activism saw the tribute in his honour after researchers discovered the small brown amphibian in Ecuador A newly discovered species of frog has been named after Leonardo ...

The boxer pupfish are believed to be extinct in the wild Eggs from a rare Mexican fish species believed to be extinct in the wild have successfully hatched at Bristol Zoological Society.

Apidae is the largest family of bees, with over 5,700 species. This includes the famous honey bees and bumblebees. Andrenidae is an example of a family entirely composed of solitary bees. Rather than ...