Inside Kenya's must-visit elephant nursery
August 17, 2017, 1:43 p.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
This Nairobi-based rescue facility gives baby elephants a second chance at life and family.
The hooded grebe is a critically endangered species — and a critically acclaimed dancer
August 8, 2017, 10:45 a.m. by Russell McLendon
A new video reveals the birds' rarely seen courtship dance.
Rare tiger caught on camera in Bhutan forest
August 7, 2017, 2:59 p.m. by Angela Nelson
Photojournalist Emmanuel Rondeau spent a month trying to photograph endangered tigers in Bhutan for the World Wildlife Fund.
3 new toad species found in Nevada — but one may already be in trouble
July 24, 2017, 6:55 a.m. by Russell McLendon
The newly discovered species have been isolated from other toads for 650,000 years.
Navy divers rescue elephant 9 miles offshore
July 14, 2017, 10:30 a.m. by Russell McLendon
A wild Asian elephant was swept far into the Indian Ocean this week, so Sri Lanka's navy spent 12 hours saving it.
These 3 gray wolf pups are cause for celebration (and not just because they're cute)
July 13, 2017, 4:16 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
The endangered species adds to its numbers in an adorable way.
6 things to know about Earth's 6th mass extinction
July 11, 2017, 10:18 a.m. by Russell McLendon
At least five similar die-offs have happened before, but this is the first in human history — and the first with human help.
School-age boy saves a species after quest to find an 'extinct' frog
July 10, 2017, 12:38 a.m. by Bryan Nelson
The frog had been feared extinct for at least the last 30 years.
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This photographer is saving species, one camera click at a time
July 4, 2017, 2:04 p.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
New PBS show lets you follow National Geographic's Joel Sartore around the world as he photographs endangered animals.
12 surprising flightless birds
June 2, 2017, 11:34 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
We all know ostriches, emus and penguins can't fly. But these flightless ducks, sea birds and parrots will make you do a double take.
Happy World Turtle Day
May 23, 2017, 10:38 a.m. by Russell McLendon
With 40 percent of all turtle species at risk of extinction, it's a crucial time to stick out our necks for these ancient animals.
Why California's salmon species are in hot water
May 22, 2017, 7:13 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
The native fish are disappearing due to climate change and habitat loss, but with a little help, dozens of species could be preserved.
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Farmers' Almanac warns of brutal winter
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6 surprising foods that stain teeth plus 6 that will clean and whiten them
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This dog lost her best cat friend, but then kittens came to the rescue
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15 not-so-dumb eclipse questions and myths
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Remember that kid who invented a way to clean up ocean plastic? He's back, and it's happening
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Why you should never wear shoes in the house
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Why are my plants turning yellow?
A closer look at yellowing leaves on plants can help gardeners get to the root of the problem.
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7 surprising facts about dragonflies
Like did you know they can fly backward, have almost 360-degree vision and they're ferocious?
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What is the best way to get rid of poison ivy?
The simplest and best answer is 'very carefully.'
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Top 10 vegetables to grow in your garden
These nutritional powerhouses can flourish in your yard or in containers.
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Good bug, bad bug: How can you tell the difference?
Most bugs are harmless, but here's how to tell the good from the bad — plus organic solutions.
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Got moles? Read this
Don't make a mountain of a literal mole hill. Follow these tips to a mole-free lawn.
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