wildlife preservation
141-Year-Old Galapagos Tortoise "Gramma" Dies at San Diego Zoo: A Century-Long Legacy of Conservation
Nov 25, 2025 05:50 pm CST
The San Diego Zoo mourns the loss of Gramma, a 141-year-old Galapagos tortoise who lived through two World Wars and 20 US presidencies. Known as the "Queen of the Zoo," Gramma's remarkable life highlights the conservation challenges facing these endangered reptiles, while recent breeding successes offer hope for the species' survival.
Rare White Iberian Lynx Discovered in Spain: A Landmark Conservation Success Story
Oct 30, 2025 06:36 pm CST
In a remarkable conservation breakthrough, the world's first white Iberian lynx has been documented in southern Spain's Jaén mountains. This leucistic wildcat, captured on film by photographer Angel Hidalgo, symbolizes the extraordinary recovery of a species that once numbered fewer than 100 individuals to approximately 2,000 today, showcasing how dedicated conservation efforts can bring endangered species back from the brink of extinction.
Living with Lions: The Delicate Balance of Human-Wildlife Coexistence in Nairobi
Oct 08, 2025 05:06 pm CST
In Kenya's capital, residents live alongside approximately 2,000 remaining lions, creating both wondrous encounters and tragic conflicts. This firsthand account explores the conservation challenges facing the Kenya Wildlife Service as urban development shrinks wildlife habitats around Nairobi National Park, highlighting the urgent need for better education about predator behavior and sustainable solutions to preserve this unique wilderness while ensuring human safety.