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Largest wildlife overpass has cut wildlife-vehicle collisions by 91%, report finds
Pronghorn have used the overpass to cross Interstate 25 safely for the first time in 30 years, while bears, coyotes, deer, elk, moose, frogs, and a threatened species of mouse have also been taking advantage of the $15 million crossing.
Two Sumatran rhinos are pregnant, says Indonesian sanctuary, in a huge boost for the critically endangered species
Breeding programs have often fared badly, but the Sumatran Rhino Sanctuary – home to the only captive population of Sumatran rhinos in the world – continues to set new records.
Melon-headed whales killed and bottlenose dolphins captured alive as Taiji’s drive hunt resumes
Hunters began their six-month season on September 1, more than 15 years after The Cove drew global criticism of the town’s drive hunts.
America’s first public nature library opens in Colorado
Wildlife cameras, night-vision binoculars, GPS devices, fire sensors, and snowshoes are among the items that have been available to borrow free of charge at a new public nature library.
Fraud and corruption cannot be ruled out, says a new report looking into Cambodia’s monkey trade with the US
Key recommendations have not been implemented, according to CITES, with evidence that endangered long-tailed macaques are taken from the wild and funneled into Cambodia’s breeding farms.
The world’s largest wild giant tortoise population stands at an estimated 183,000, new study finds
Aldabra’s giant tortoises fell below 1,000 in the 19th century, and a new study now estimates there are 183,000 on the atoll in the Seychelles.
Wildlife population sizes decline 73% globally, but there’s still hope, report finds
Experts say how the world produces food is where action is needed next, as a major report finds some species recovering while monitored wildlife populations have fallen by an average of 73%.
Botswana approves killing of 23 elephants for Independence Day celebrations
A former president and conservationists have criticized Botswana’s decision to kill 23 elephants for meat as part of its 60th independence celebrations.
‘Everything is dried and burned’: El Niño-fueled fires put Indonesia's orangutans at risk
Fires are sweeping through rainforests home to 13 of the 20 largest surviving populations of Bornean orangutans, with rescuers already treating injured animals and conservationists warning of long-term habitat loss.
Protestors march more than 200 miles across New York State to demand an end to animal testing
As many as 1,000 protestors attended the final day of action outside Marshall BioResources – the country’s last major supplier of animals for research – which coincided with historic political developments.
US federal health agencies commit millions to phase out animal testing
Significant investment and revised regulations across four government agencies are part of an ongoing effort to support innovative scientific research ahead of “outdated” testing on animals.
US federal agencies roll back definition of "harm" under Endangered Species Act
More than 1,600 critically imperiled species are now at further risk, after a new federal policy narrowed what counts as harming an endangered species.
Scientists implant human brain tissue into mice, raising ethical concerns
A new study has implanted human brain tissue into bioengineered mice, leading to debate over animal welfare.
Three of the world's five rhino species are thriving while two face extinction, new report finds
Although three species of rhino are benefiting from anti-poaching efforts and rewilding initiatives, there is much concern over the future of Sumatran and Javan rhinos.
Tripadvisor bans ticket sales for horse racing tracks worldwide
Leading racetracks including Churchill Downs, Keeneland, and Aintree can no longer sell tickets through Tripadvisor, after the platform cited its Animal Welfare Policy.
Roadside zoo owner sentenced to more than seven years in prison for animal neglect
More than 270 animals were rescued from an Oregon roadside zoo after a years-long pattern of neglect, and its owner has now been sentenced to more than seven years in prison.
Bill that could ban commercial whaling in Iceland to be introduced in February 2027
A new bill that will be submitted in February 2027 could end commercial whaling in Iceland for good, leaving only Norway and Japan still hunting whales commercially.
Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker calls for compassion towards animals in new campaign
Musician Travis Barker has partnered with Humane World for Animals on a new campaign encouraging people to make small, everyday changes to help animals.
How a cleaner New York Harbor is drawing whales into the path of ships
A cleaner New York Harbor has drawn hundreds of humpback whales to its waters - but the same busy port that welcomes them is also killing them.
No criminal charges filed after dozens of sloths die at Orlando facility
No criminal charges will be filed in the deaths of dozens of sloths at Sloth World Orlando, with Florida State Rep. Anna Eskamani vowing to change to state law.