Status Table
A tracked species dataset for our wildlife coverage: what it measures, where the figures come from and when they were last checked.
Wildlife Adapts to Human Landscapes Across Europe
Many European wildlife species, from beavers to wolves, are increasingly returning to and adapting to live in human-dominated landscapes.
New Snail Species Found in Montenegro Face Hydropower Threat
Two new snail species discovered in Montenegro's Komarnica Canyon are threatened by a proposed hydropower dam, scientists warn.
Orange killifish discovered in Brazil faces endangered listing
A new, vividly colored killifish species found in Amazonian streams is already recommended for an Endangered listing due to its tiny, threatened...
Two New Large Stick Insect Species Found in Australia
Researchers from the University of Sydney have identified two new large stick insect species, Anchiale robusta and Anchiale mabiensis.
Sea-Level Rise Threatens Global Shorebird Habitats
A University of British Columbia review finds rising seas could squeeze coastal wetlands, threatening 29 shorebird species.
Nearly Half of Migratory Bird Species Are in Decline
A new BirdLife International report reveals 45% of migratory bird species are declining, with one in nine threatened by extinction.
Madagascar diamond frogs: seven new species
Scientists have discovered seven new species of Madagascar's elusive diamond frogs, using DNA from modern and century-old museum specimens.
New DNA Reveals Hidden Himalayan Pangolin
DNA from a nearly 190-year-old museum specimen confirms a distinct Himalayan pangolin species, Manis aurita, in Nepal and northern India. The...
Ferruginous Duck: Key Sites on the Flyway
The Ferruginous Duck, a Near Threatened species, relies on the African-Eurasian Flyway for migration. The flyway stretches from the Arctic tundra to...
Rethinking the Human Family Tree
New research suggests that the human family tree may need a major rewrite, with some scientists arguing that certain species should be reclassified.
Wildfires Devastate UK's Rare Heathland Habitats
Wildfires have burned over 23,000 hectares of land in the UK, affecting rare heathland habitats and the species that depend on them. Researchers...
Brown Booby: A Relentless Pursuer of Fish
HIH Princess Takamado shares her reflections and photographs of booby species, taken on a trip to Japan's Ogasawara Islands, highlighting the Brown...
British Ornithologist Embarks on Nigerian Bird Survey
A British ornithologist has traveled to Nigeria to conduct bird surveys, focusing on species distribution and conservation efforts in the region.
Crispin Migrant Heads East
The Crispin migrant, a species of bird, has been spotted heading east in recent weeks.
The Pied Woodpeckers: A Comprehensive Guide to Europe's Black and White Woodpeckers
Gerard Gorman's book offers an in-depth exploration of Europe's five pied woodpecker species, providing detailed descriptions, identification...
Rare Bird Spotted in the UK
A rare bird species has been spotted in the UK, providing a unique opportunity for bird enthusiasts to observe the species in its natural habitat.
Animals Have Been Eating Nature's Original Bioplastic for Millions of Years
Researchers have discovered that dozens of animal species possess enzymes capable of breaking down microbial bioplastics called PHAs, a talent once...
Romanian Actress Dana Rogoz Becomes Ambassador for Bison Conservation in Southern Carpathians
Dana Rogoz, a well-known Romanian actress, has become an ambassador for the conservation of European bison in the Southern Carpathians. She recently...