Endangered Species Good News

Comebacks, rare sightings, and conservation wins for endangered animals around the world

A Florida grasshopper sparrow sitting atop a wildflower with its beak open in song.

A critically endangered bird species — the size of a stack of sticky notes — is making a huge comeback

Experts are celebrating the 1,000th release of a Florida grasshopper sparrow into the wild, following years of conservation efforts.

A boatman steers his canoe down a mist-shrouded river in Chitwan National Park.

Nepal's Conservation Efforts Have Nearly Doubled Their Tiger Population

Nepal is the only country on track to meet a 2022 pledge to double its wild tiger population from a 2010 baseline.‍ Key to the growing tiger population is the combination of a tough anti-poaching approach and close engagement with communities living near tiger habitats.

Mysterious desert fish hits a 25-year population high in one of Earth's harshest environments

Discover the remarkable comeback of a critically endangered fish thriving in the harsh conditions of Nevada. Scientists celebrate as this rare species reaches its highest population in decades, highlighting a significant win for conservation efforts.

A scuba diver approaches a conch shell underwater as the snail pokes its eyestalks out.

Scientists are saving endangered sea snails… by setting them up on 'speed dates'

Due to hot coastal waters, queen conch sea snails have been habitually single. That’s when scientists stepped in to help.

A baby red panda from the Chattanooga Zoo sits on a white towel

Newborn red pandas give hope to endangered species — and make for some adorable photos

Four zoos across North America have recently welcomed a number of newborn red pandas, a glimmer of hope for the endangered species.

A red fox labrador stands opposite a cheetah, a fence in between them. The dog is on a leash being held by a trainer.

Conservation dogs train for anti-poaching league... by practicing at the zoo

These conservation dogs will go on to fight the poaching of endangered species.

A red 'i'iwi bird sits on a twig of Hawaiian sandalwood.

To save Maui's native birds, experts release 'Keurig pods' full of mosquitoes into national park

Using an unconventional method that reduces mosquito populations, the critically endangered birds may have a fighting chance.

Green, forested mountains in the Sichuan province of China.

'Mysterious' mountain creature spotted again after 26 year absence — take a look

The foot long reptile, with a yellow ‘collar,’ was first discovered in 1896.

Reviving the Roar: India's Tiger Population Is On the Rise

Delve into the uplifting story of India's Project Tiger, celebrating 50 years of tireless efforts to save these magnificent animals from the brink of extinction.

A close up of two newborn black-footed ferret kits in the blue-gloved hands of a zookeeper

Cloned black-footed ferret gives birth in historic first, a victory for the highly endangered species

Meet Sibert and Red Cloud, baby black-footed ferrets that mark the first successful live births from a cloned endangered species.

Clouded leopards are 'one of the most elusive cat species' in the world. The Nashville Zoo just celebrated the birth of its 50th cub

Less than 10,000 clouded leopards remain in the wild today.

Good News: 2000 White Rhinos Bred in Captivity Will Be Rewilded Across Africa To Protect the Species

African Parks, a non-profit conservation organization, acquired a rhino farm in financial difficulties and aims for the rewilded rhinos to contribute to biodiversity and ecosystem preservation.