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5 vulnerable animal species that may surprise you
The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) describes their red list as “the world's most comprehensive source of information on the global extinction risk status of animal, fungal and plant species”. IUCN has several…
Komodo dragons hatched at the zoo, a big victory for endangered species | Environment
Herpetologist Craig Pelke has been beaming like a proud new father for about a month now, since the first of…
Queensland researchers studying octopus brains find reef species are smarter and hunt in packs
Building on the success of the documentary My Octopus Teacher, a team of researchers from Queensland studied the brains of octopuses using MRI technology to find out why they are so intelligent.Key points:Queensland researchers studied the…
State protection of endangered species sought for rare central California lizard
McKITTRICK, California.- The Center for Biological Diversity today formally called on the California Fish and Game Commission to protect the legless Temblor lizard under the state's Endangered Species Act.The Temblor legless lizard is a…
Lawsuits have been launched for denial and delay of federal protections to 10 species
WASHINGTON - The Center for Biological Diversity today filed two official notices of intent to sue the US Fish and Wildlife Service for denying or delaying Endangered Species Act protections for 10 species.An opinion accuses the Service of…
Tegu Lizard: This invasive species is causing nuisance throughout Florida
The tegu lizard is rapidly spreading throughout Florida and even on the Treasure Coast. So many natural areas, native wildlife, and even Everglades National Park restoration efforts may face critical implications due to the increase in…
Vulnerable lizard species get hot and bothered by the risks …
Despite their ability to withstand high temperatures in their environment, reptiles depend on access to specific thermal environments to optimize various bodily functions. These include metabolism - the conversion of food into energy -…
Camera captures ‘rarely seen’ species on San Antonio land bridge
November 14, 2021Update: November 14, 2021 4:36 p.m.
A new species has been spotted enjoying the land bridge at Phil Hardberger Park. San Antonio Parks and Recreation!-->!-->!-->…
Vulnerable lizard species get hot and bothered by rising temperatures
Reptiles probably don't come to mind when you think of species that may be affected by rising global temperatures. After all, as they are often found in hot environments, they are able to withstand high temperatures and can reduce…
South Africa: Vulnerable lizard species are getting hot and bothered by rising temperatures
Reptiles probably don't come to mind when you think of the species that may be affected by rising global temperatures. After all, as they are often found in hot environments, they are able to withstand high temperatures and can reduce…