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Thailand 86 tigers rescued from Tiger Temple died in government custodyNational Geographic - Dina Fine MaronSince 2016, more than half of the big cats seized from the controversial Thai tourist attraction have died. Three years after 147 tigers were seized from the notorious Tiger Temple in Thailand, government
Whales Whale populations in New York Harbor are booming—here's whyNational Geographic - Simon WorrallA few cetaceans appeared in 2011, but now they're in the hundreds, surprising scientists and tourists alike. “There’s a spout!” naturalist Celia Ackerman calls excitedly to the captain. “Behind the green
Environment Scientists are about to spend a year trapped in Arctic iceNational Geographic - Sarah GibbensHundreds of people have undergone intense preparation for an expedition designed to figure out what a warming Arctic means for us all. They will face some of the harshest conditions on Earth: polar night,
Animals Many people want to set aside half of Earth as natureNational Geographic - Erin WaiteA new survey of 12,000 adults in 12 countries revealed overwhelming support for conservation, as well as knowledge gaps in subjects like extinction rates. Famed biologist E.O. Wilson has argued in recent
Animals What we lose when animals go extinctNational Geographic - Elizabeth KolbertAnimals are disappearing at hundreds of times the normal rate, primarily because of shrinking habitats. Their biggest threat: humans. Most of the animals shown here are among the more than 28,000 species
Animals The ‘little cow’ of the sea nears extinctionNational Geographic - Annie RothIn the Gulf of California, fewer than 19 vaquitas are left. What can conservationists learn before the species dies out completely? One of the world’s most endangered marine animals is a pint-size porpoise
Animals Learn how species that faced extinction are bouncing backNational Geographic - Mónica SerranoFrom the fin whale and albatross to the gecko, populations are drawing back from the brink of extinction—thanks to intensive conservation efforts. More than a quarter of all species assessed by the International
Turtles Sea turtles are surviving—despite usNational Geographic - Craig WelchThese reptiles have roamed the oceans for 100 million years. We've put them at risk, but with a little help, they're rebounding. To see all that’s hopeful and appalling about the way we treat sea turtles,
Whales This common fishing practice endangers an entire whale speciesNational Geographic - Jason TreatSo many North Atlantic right whales have collided with boats or become ensnared in vertical trap lines that only 400 of the animals remain. When North Atlantic right whales migrate along North America’s
Animals Unique anatomy sets giraffe apart in the animal kingdomNational GeographicA circulatory system that beats gravity. Spots that dissipate heat. This giant is purpose-built for its size and surroundings. At 14 to 19 feet tall, giraffes tower over the entire animal kingdom. But
Animals These surreal jarred fish tell an urgent story of extinctionNational Geographic - Richard ConniffA biologist's unusual “fish bunker” of preserved aquatic life shows how humanity has pushed some species to their doom. It is a horror movie director’s dream of a natural history collection. You find by
Fossils Inside the homes (and minds) of fossil collectorsNational Geographic - Richard ConniffThese long-extinct, fearsome creatures are turning up in living rooms and corporate offices as wealthy collectors indulge a controversial hobby. At a motel in the middle of Tucson, Arizona, a head and
Environment Going to extremes to preserve rare tropical plant speciesNational Geographic - Maya Wei-HaasOn Hawaii’s ‘Garden Island’ of Kauai, botanists stage search-and-rescue missions to head off extinction of native plant species. On the edge of a rusty-red cliff at Waimea Canyon, on the Hawaiian island
Animals What I learned documenting the last male northern white rhino’s deathNational Geographic - Ami VitaleThe rhino and the people who tried to save his species taught one photographer indelible lessons. I began my career covering conflicts. Starting at 26, I found myself in places such as Kosovo, Angola,
Cats To save birds, should we kill off cats?National Geographic - Noah StryckerOur feline friends are killing billions of birds every year. A fan of both animals believes there are humane solutions. My cat, Bernstein, likes bird-watching almost as much as I do. Bernstein is an easygoing
Animals To ward off extinctions, scientists get creativeNational Geographic - Annie RothFrom coaching captive animals and breeding new variants to deploying dogs and drones, conservationists aim to nurture species. Some scientists contend that we’re heading toward what would be the sixth
Environment Plant extinctions are shaking Earth’s green foundationNational Geographic - Michael GreshkoCompared with birds, mammals, and amphibians, more plants have vanished in the wild since 1900. What’s the cost to ecosystems? When you conjure up “extinction” in your mind’s eye, you probably see an dodo,
Animals His portraits capture animals that are going extinct in the wildNational Geographic - Susan GoldbergJoel Sartore has photographed nearly 10,000 species. His goal: ‘to get the public to care about the extinction crisis while there’s still time.’ A naked mole rat. That was photographer Joel Sartore’s model
Salamanders World’s largest amphibian identified as a unique speciesNational Geographic - Douglas MainChinese giant salamanders are three separate species; this new finding should help guide efforts to save the critically endangered animal. What is the world’s largest amphibian? Scientists have just come
Chickens This chicken has black bones, organs, and meat: Here’s why.National Geographic - Jason BittelThere are four breeds of chicken that have black insides, and all of them possess the same genetic mutation. A scientist explains how it came about. The Ayam cemani chicken may be the most deeply pigmented
travel news Here’s how to deal with altitude sicknessNational Geographic - Mary Anne PottsFeel good with these expert tips for high elevation destinations. You don’t have to climb a mountain to experience the woes of elevation. Plenty of favorite travel spots perch on high, such as Cusco, at
Animals Lion trophy approved for import into U.S., despite controversy. Here's what that means.National Geographic - Rachel FobarA Florida hunter who shot the big cat in Tanzania can keep the carcass, despite its threatened status. A Florida trophy hunter has permission to import what is thought to be the first lion trophy from
Road Trips Here are 10 of the world’s most spectacular road tripsNational Geographic - Freda MoonFrom Transylvania to Patagonia, these breathtaking routes are packed with thrills. There’s nothing like a road trip: scenic views, surprising stops, the time spent with friends or with your own thoughts.
Science Mysterious waves have been pulsing across OklahomaNational Geographic - Maya Wei-HaasA buzz that rocked the state all summer sent geologists on a labyrinthine chase—and unearthed new mysteries about how energy moves through land and air. It all started when a wave swept across Oklahoma
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park Why Australia is banning climbers from this iconic natural landmarkNational Geographic - Kennedy WarneAfter decades of controversy, Uluru will close to climbers in October 2019—a decision welcomed by the area’s Aboriginal owners. It is November, springtime in the Australian desert, and I am standing at
Spiders How spider silk is one of the most versatile materials on EarthNational Geographic - Jason BittelSpiders spin webs out of silk, but they also use their threads as slingshots, submarines, and hang-gliders. Spider silk is one of the most versatile materials on Earth. Actually a protein created by special
India Behind India's construction boom, a world of ‘systematic slavery’National Geographic - Paul SalopekMany of the millions of laborers who toil in India’s dusty brickyards incurred crushing debt to secure the work. The ABC Brick Company, located near the steamy banks of Brahmaputra River in the northeastern
Animals New 'smart' skin changes color using a trick learned from chameleonsNational Geographic - Carrie ArnoldThe new polymer can shift hues in response to light, a quality that could have applications for camouflage and beyond. Chameleons make changing color look easy. In just a few moments, these lizards can
Animals Texas hounds chase down rhino poachers in South AfricaNational Geographic - Paul SteynSpecially trained dogs are revolutionizing anti-poaching efforts in Kruger National Park. Two years ago, Joe Braman was living a regular family life with his wife and two daughters on his remote ranch
