Canada’s boreal forest is one of the last intact ecosystems on earth — but the fate of its wildlife is in doubt, thanks to the oil industry. Learn more about these remarkable animals, and find out how you can help protect them. Read more
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Undermining the Endangered Species Act in the Bay-Delta Estuary
The House of Representatives is poised to vote on H.R. 1873, the “San Joaquin Water Reliability Act”. Touted as a bill that will ease access to water for Californians, the … Read more
It’s Not Easy Being Green, or Yellow, or Red: The Plight of California’s Frogs
During my first thru hike on the John Muir Trail fifteen years ago, on the ascent up to Seldon Pass I encountered a young man energetically trotting down the trail … Read more
What the Hellbender? Salamander Joins Endangered Species List
Despite the devilish name, Hellbenders are harmless salamanders. They live in the Ozarks near cool, clean rivers and streams with lots of rocks. Unfortunately, the fresh water species is being … Read more
Going, Going, Gone? Two Florida Species May Be Extinct
The south Florida rainbow snake and Florida fairy shrimp may have names that sound magical, but the magic may have run out for both of them. According to the U.S. … Read more
Weekly News Roundup – September 16, 2011
Want to know what National Wildlife Federation was up to this week? Here is a recap of the week’s National Wildlife Federation news: Loggerhead Sea Turtles Need Protections Enforced September … Read more
Ready to Fight the Stealth Attack on Wildlife? Part Four: Wolverines
Just the name wolverine evokes images of a ferocious fighter, able to take down prey many times its size. However, the U.S. government isn’t one of them. The largest of … Read more
Polar Bears Keep Federal Protection
Global warming is threatening the survival of polar bears, and a U.S. District court judge agrees. In his decision, he upheld their federal protection under the Endangered Species Act. As … Read more
An Endangered Ecosystem
Picture yourself taking a beautiful spring hike. As you walk, you notice a clearing and decide to sit down under a small opening of trees, looking out over wildflowers, grasses, … Read more
Celebrating Wildlife Success Stories on Endangered Species Day
This Friday, May 20th is Endangered Species Day — a day to both celebrate the successes of wildlife whose populations have been restored, and to learn more about the importance … Read more