Extinction
Red Wolf Recovery at Critical Junction
This is a guest post from conservation biologist Justin Bohling. The USFWS is currently evaluating the future of the Red Wolf
September 9, 2014
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Wildlife
Extinction
New Zealand Government Willfully Allowing Extinction of Native Dolphins
The New Zealand government is willfully allowing the extinction of their own native dolphin species, the endangered Hector’s dolphin (Cephalorhynchus hectori) and the critically endangered Maui’s Dolphin (Cephalorhynchus hectori maui). New Zealand marine scientist Dr. Elisabeth “Liz” Slooten is doing everything she can to stop it.
September 4, 2014
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White House
States acting to ban ivory, protect elephants
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie took a strong stand for elephants and rhinos this month by signing into law a
August 21, 2014
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Endangered Species
Would Aldo Leopold support the FWS plan to delist wolves?
“We reached the old wolf in time to watch a fierce green fire dying in her eyes. I realized then,
August 11, 2014
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Extinction
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
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Endangered Species
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
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Wolves
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
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Extinction
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
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US Fish and Wildlife Service
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
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Wolves
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
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