The Blog

The Latest from the Endangered Species Coalition

Endangered Species Act

Are You Noticing It Too? Fireflies Are Fading From Our Summer Nights

For generations, fireflies have turned ordinary summer evenings into something magical. Their tiny flashes drift through backyards, fields, forests, and wetlands, creating a natural wonder cherished around the world. For many of us, they are woven into childhood memories, symbols of warm nights, healthy landscapes, and the simple joy of being outside after sunset.

But today, that familiar glow is under threat.

August 5, 2026 No Comments

Press Release

Fitzpatrick, Quigley Lead Bipartisan Effort to Stop Sweeping Rollback of Endangered Species Protections

The Safeguarding Endangered Species Act would overturn the Administration’s rule eliminating longstanding protections against habitat destruction that kills or injures imperiled wildlife.

July 24, 2026 No Comments

A marine biologist carefully holds a sea turtle wearing a wetsuit, highlighting ocean conservation efforts.

Endangered Species Act

Funding Challenges for Endangered Species Recovery

Our federal lands and wildlife belong to us. Our public tax dollars should be going towards our shared natural resources and ensuring their protection for generations to come. However, the Trump administration’s proposed 2027 federal budget fails our wildlife and us by cutting endangered species program funding by 22%.

July 14, 2026 No Comments

Get alerts and updates

An adult elephant with large tusks stands in a grassy savanna under a cloudy sky, surrounded by shrubs and tall grass.

Elephants

Technology joins the fight against poaching

Elephant poaching is on the rise, and the international demand for illegal ivory continues to grow. In China, the ivory trade is extremely profitable; a single elephant tusk weighing 6 pounds can go for $12,700. The business in China is undergoing a crackdown and has largely moved online. In the United States, it is estimated that 30% of the ivory on the market is illegal.

July 25, 2014 No Comments

A black-footed ferret with a pale body, dark legs, and a dark mask on its face stands alert in front of a burrow in a sandy, arid landscape.

Endangered Species Act

More than 120,000 tell Congress to oppose Doc Hastings plan to weaken the Endangered Species Act

More than 120,000 people have signed a CREDO Mobilize petition started by the Endangered Species Coalition that asks Congress to

June 24, 2014 No Comments

Close-up of a black wolf with golden eyes looking directly at the camera, snowflakes are visible on its fur and nose; the background is softly blurred and snowy.

wolves

Representative DeFazio speaks out for wolves

Representative Peter DeFazio (D-OR), a strong Congressional advocate for wolves, spoke out for wolves in an Op Ed published in

June 20, 2014 No Comments

A black and white trail camera image shows a deer standing in a dense, wooded forest. Fallen branches and trees cover the forest floor. Date, time, and temperature (38°F) are displayed at the bottom of the image.

California

Father’s Day first for OR-7!

By now, you’ve likely heard that the wandering wolf known to his legions of followers as “Journey” (and to the

June 13, 2014 No Comments

Two gray wolves with thick fur stand close together, facing the camera. Their alert, golden eyes and expressive faces are highlighted by natural light in a forest setting.

Stamps

Is a Wolf Stamp the Solution in Montana?

Last week, ESC member group NRDC announced they were working with the state of Montana to enact policy that would

June 6, 2014 No Comments

A baby orangutan nestles closely against an adult orangutan, surrounded by reddish-brown fur and looking out with wide, curious eyes.

Climate Change

Last Stand of the Orangutan: The Power is in Your Palm

On May 20th, activists around the world called on major snack food companies to cut conflict palm oil from their

May 27, 2014 No Comments

A giant panda with black and white fur sits on grass, looking directly at the camera with a calm expression.

endangered species

To Save Endangered Species, Everyone Has a Role to Play

By Julie Fox Gorte Species of all shapes and sizes, including many large, charismatic mammals, such as tigers and elephants,

May 22, 2014 No Comments

A large humpback whale leaps out of the ocean, with water spraying around its body against a blue sky background.

endangered species day

Celebrate Endangered Species Day

Friday, May 16th is Endangered Species Day 2014. How are you celebrating? This is the 9th annual Endangered Species Day

May 15, 2014 No Comments

gray wolf

Wisconsin Wolf Population Plummets

A a report in the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel cited preliminary estimates released by the state’s Department of Natural Resources showing a

April 30, 2014 No Comments

Defend endangered species

Support our work

The Endangered Species Coalition is a non-profit organization and relies on the support of grassroots donors. Please make a tax-deductible gift today to allow us to continue organizing and mobilizing for endangered species.

The Blog

The Latest from the Endangered Species Coalition

Are You Noticing It Too? Fireflies Are Fading From Our Summer Nights

Fitzpatrick, Quigley Lead Bipartisan Effort to Stop Sweeping Rollback of Endangered Species Protections

Funding Challenges for Endangered Species Recovery

Get alerts and updates

Technology joins the fight against poaching

More than 120,000 tell Congress to oppose Doc Hastings plan to weaken the Endangered Species Act

Representative DeFazio speaks out for wolves

Father’s Day first for OR-7!

Is a Wolf Stamp the Solution in Montana?

Last Stand of the Orangutan: The Power is in Your Palm

To Save Endangered Species, Everyone Has a Role to Play

Celebrate Endangered Species Day

Wisconsin Wolf Population Plummets

Defend endangered species

Support our work

Stay INFORMED

About the Endangered SPECIES COALITION