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Historical and current population DNA reveals that there are at least 12 species of rocket frogs, three of which are already extinct

Researchers have identified a new genus of frog, Dryadobates, comprising at least 12 species, with three already declared extinct. The study utilized historical DNA analysis to clarify the taxonomic classification of previously single-species frogs, revealing hidden diversity and extinctions in the Atlantic Forest.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalBulletin of the American Museum of Natural History·DateJul 17, 2025

New tool maps hidden roles and risks in ecosystems

A new analytical method reveals overlooked species at risk of extinction, providing a valuable layer of insight for conservationists. The dual-role approach captures both predator and prey interactions, identifying keystone species and vulnerabilities.

SourceComplexity Science Hub·JournalChaos Solitons & Fractals·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 10, 2025

New global index proposed to manage natural resources more sustainably

The Nature Relationship Index (NRI) aims to measure a country's sustainable path by assessing its relationships with nature, tracking progress and development. The NRI adds an environmental dimension to the Human Development Index, fostering mutually beneficial relationships between humans and the natural world.

SourceUniversity of the Witwatersrand·JournalNature·DateJun 26, 2025
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Study finds ethical justification to eradicate certain harmful species

Researchers argue that deliberate full extinction might be acceptable in rare cases, but only with careful consideration of ecological and moral implications. The study calls for robust ethical safeguards and inclusive decision-making frameworks to guide the use of genetic modification technologies.

SourceTexas A&M University·JournalScience·DateJun 11, 2025

100 new ribbon worm species and counting

A recent study documents the discovery of over 100 new ribbon worm species off Oman's coast, highlighting a significant underestimation of global marine biodiversity. The finding underscores the importance of exploring lesser-studied regions, such as the tropics, to uncover the full extent of oceanic diversity.

SourceFlorida Museum of Natural History·JournalPeerJ·DateJun 10, 2025
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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Study finds dehorning of rhinos drastically reduces poaching

An international study found that dehorning rhinos resulted in a drastic reduction of poaching, with a 78% decrease in poaching rates. The study analyzed data from 11 Greater Kruger reserves and found that dehorning reduced incentives for poaching, making it an effective conservation strategy.

SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalScience·DateJun 5, 2025

New study finds recovery is still possible for critically endangered Hawaiian honeycreeper with urgent intervention

A new genomic study offers a unique lens for understanding the extinction crisis in Hawai'i, revealing that there is still time to save the critically endangered honeycreeper 'akeke'e. With only 17 species of iconic honeycreepers remaining, efforts to control mosquito populations and conservation breeding programs are underway.

SourceSan Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance·JournalCurrent Biology·DateMay 29, 2025

Megalodon: The broad diet of the megatooth shark

New research finds megalodon preyed upon a variety of species, including fish, sharks, and even crustaceans, contrary to the long-held belief that it targeted large marine mammals. The discovery was made by analyzing zinc isotopes in fossilized teeth, providing insights into the prehistoric shark's ecological versatility.

SourceGoethe University Frankfurt·JournalEarth and Planetary Science Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 26, 2025
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SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

On the origin (and fate) of plants that never bloom

A study by Kobe University reveals that plants reproducing solely through self-pollination likely arose from populations with extremely low genetic diversity. The research found that these species are highly successful at producing fruit and may have an evolutionary edge over outcrossing, raising questions about their long-term viability.

SourceKobe University·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 20, 2025

Human activity reduces plant diversity hundreds of kilometres away

A recent study found that human activities negatively impact plant diversity over vast distances, with natural habitats containing only a fraction of potential species in heavily impacted regions. The DarkDivNet network analyzed 5,500 locations across the globe, revealing alarming effects on biodiversity.

SourceUniversity of the Basque Country·JournalNature·DateMay 15, 2025
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Saving the Asian unicorn – if it still exists

Researchers have mapped the saola's genome, revealing two distinct populations with significant genetic differences, and estimate that fewer than 100 individuals remain, raising hopes for conservation efforts through captive breeding and genetic de-extinction. The study provides new insights into the species' history and future prospects.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalCell·DateMay 5, 2025

2.1 kids per woman might not be enough for population survival

Researchers found that a fertility rate of at least 2.7 children per woman is needed to reliably avoid eventual extinction in small populations. A female-biased birth ratio can reduce extinction risk, helping more lineages survive over time.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS One·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 30, 2025

New study shows how ‘marine revolution’ shaped ocean life

A new study published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences sheds light on how a 252-66 million-year-old 'marine revolution' influenced foraminifera diversity and survival. The study found that calcareous forams flourished after the MMR, becoming dominant types living today.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·DateApr 29, 2025

Elephant instead of wild boar? What could have been in Europe

Studies suggest that straight-tusked elephants ( Palaeoloxodon antiquus ) could still inhabit Europe today due to the continent's suitable climate. The species helped shape Europe's landscape, maintaining open spaces and light woodlands that still support native plant species.

SourcePensoft Publishers·JournalFrontiers of Biogeography·DateApr 28, 2025

The oldest ant ever discovered found fossilized in Brazil

Scientists have discovered a 113-million-year-old hell ant fossil in Brazil, representing the earliest undisputable geological record of ants. The find showcases highly specialized anatomical features, suggesting unique hunting behaviors in ancient insects.

SourceCell Press·JournalCurrent Biology·TypeImaging analysis·DateApr 24, 2025
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Giant extinct kangaroos preferred home to roam

Researchers used fossil data to predict the home range of Protemnodon, an extinct giant kangaroo, finding it had a smaller foraging range than expected. Climate change and habitat disruption led to local extinction when this small range could not find enough food.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS One·TypeObservational study·DateApr 23, 2025

First Caribbean 'dirt ant' found in 16-million-year-old amber

A 16-million-year-old fossil of a newly discovered extinct dirt ant species, Basiceros enana, has been found in Dominican amber. The Caribbean species is notably smaller than its modern relatives, offering direct evidence of their presence in the region before local extinction.

SourceNew Jersey Institute of Technology·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·DateApr 15, 2025

By 2100, more than 80% of amphibian species in and around the Pantanal will lose suitable habitat

A study predicts that over 80% of amphibian species in the Upper Paraguay River Basin will lose suitable habitats by 2100. The region, which includes the Pantanal and its surroundings, is expected to experience local extinctions under both optimistic and pessimistic greenhouse gas emissions scenarios.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalJournal of Applied Ecology·DateMar 27, 2025
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

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New study calls for uplisting emperor penguins to threatened on IUCN red list

Scientists at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution develop a novel approach to assess extinction risk for emperor penguins, revealing they meet criteria for Vulnerable to Endangered under IUCN guidelines. This change highlights the elevated risk emperor penguins face due to future changes in their Antarctic habitat.

SourceWoods Hole Oceanographic Institution·JournalBiological Conservation·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 25, 2025
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A longer, sleeker super predator: Megalodon’s true form

Researchers used a novel approach to estimate megalodon's body length and shape, finding it closer in shape to a lemon shark or large whale. The study suggests the prehistoric predator may have reached about 80 feet in length and weighed an estimated 94 tons.

SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalPalaeontologia Electronica·DateMar 9, 2025

Bite-size clue may help rediscover the missing desert rat-kangaroo

A study on the desert rat-kangaroo's feeding habits could help focus search efforts and potentially 'resurrect' the species. The research, published in the Journal of Experimental Biology, found that the animal's skull is adapted for softer foods rather than harder ones.

SourceFlinders University·JournalJournal of Experimental Biology·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 25, 2025

Scientists call for efforts to protect habitats of critically endangered shark species

A new study suggests that up to 70% of suitable habitats for the critically endangered whitefin swellshark will be lost over the next 75 years due to predicted ocean changes. The researchers believe that Australia's proactive conservation measures, such as marine protected areas, offer hope for the species' survival.

SourceUniversity of Plymouth·JournalPeerJ·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 20, 2025
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The cost of preventing extinction of Australia’s priority species

A new study estimates it would cost $15.6 billion per year for 30 years to prevent extinction for 99 of Australia's priority species, due to habitat destruction, invasive species, and climate change. The Australian Government has committed to reversing the decline of 110 priority species, but experts warn that urgent action is needed t...

SourceGriffith University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 3, 2025

Botanic Gardens must team up to save wild plants from extinction

Botanic gardens have reached peak capacity, hindering efforts to gather plant diversity for study and protection. Despite accelerated rates of extinction risk, institutions struggle to conserve threatened plants within collections globally.

SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalNature Ecology & Evolution·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 27, 2025
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

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Urgent action needed to protect the Parma wallaby

The creation of more fox-free safe havens is crucial to ensure the survival of the Parma wallaby. The species faces threats from fox predation, bushfires, and habitat loss, highlighting the need for greater collaboration between government and landowners.

SourceAustralian National University·JournalAustralian Zoologist·TypeLiterature review·DateDec 27, 2024
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

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Australia’s extinction tally is worse than we thought

A new study estimates that more than 9,000 invertebrates, including pollinators and earthworms, have become extinct in Australia since European arrival. The study suggests that many species remain at high risk of extinction due to habitat loss and climate change.

SourceUniversity of Adelaide·JournalCambridge Prisms Extinction·DateDec 10, 2024

Island biodiversity rides on the wings of birds

Research from Washington University in St. Louis found that bird wing shape is a key factor shaping biodiversity patterns on islands worldwide. The study revealed how birds' dispersal abilities influence the number of species found on islands, with low-dispersal birds leading to steep species-area relationships.

SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalEcology Letters·DateDec 3, 2024

Discovering the traits of extinct birds

Researchers found that birds endemic to islands, lacking flight, and with large bodies and sharply angled wings were more likely to disappear first. The study analyzed 216 bird extinctions since 1500 and identified traits that correlate with extinction timing.

SourceUniversity of Utah·JournalAvian Research·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 27, 2024
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Atlantic corals may be even more at risk of extinction than previously thought, per updated assessment classifying almost 1 in 3 species as Critically Endangered

A recent assessment has classified almost 1 in 3 Atlantic reef-building coral species as Critically Endangered due to the combined effects of climate change and other environmental factors. This increased threat level highlights the urgent need for conservation efforts to protect these vital ecosystems.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·DateNov 13, 2024

Reconstructing plesiosaur swimming styles with bio-mimetic control

Researchers from Tohoku University and partners developed a decentralized control system to analyze plesiosaur locomotion, accounting for motion adjustment. The system successfully recreated coordinated flippers patterns in response to changes in flapping cycle and morphology.

SourceTohoku University·JournalScientific Reports·DateNov 5, 2024

Genome of the aurochs decoded

The study reveals large genomic differences between European aurochs, North Asian aurochs, and South Asian ancestor, with evidence of human intentional feeding and targeted domestication. The genome of the central European aurochs was fully decoded for the first time, providing insights into the history of wild cattle in Europe and Asia.

SourceUniversity of Cologne·JournalNature·TypeObservational study·DateNov 4, 2024
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

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New parasite discovered amid decline of California’s unique Channel Island fox

A new parasite, Pachysentis canicola, has been discovered on the Channel Island fox, causing severe intestinal damage and inflammation in infected individuals. The study highlights the importance of biosecurity in the Channel Islands National Park and underscores the impact of human activity on isolated ecosystems.

SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalInternational Journal for Parasitology·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 23, 2024

Modern mass extinction in an Ecuadorean cloud forest found to be a mirage

A new study has revealed that 90 species of plants from the Centinela range were not extinct as previously thought. The researchers found abundant evidence of the flora's presence in remaining forest fragments and discovered over 50 new plant species, including eight newly described species.

SourceHarvard University, Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology·JournalNature Plants·DateOct 15, 2024
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Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.

Ancient San rock art reveals earliest known depiction of extinct Dicynodont

The painting in the La Belle France cave is believed to be the world's oldest known piece of paleo-art depicting an extinct mammal-like reptile called a dicynodont. The San people were engaging in palaeontology long before Western scientists, and their artwork provides compelling evidence of this.

SourceUniversity of the Witwatersrand·JournalPLOS ONE·DateOct 8, 2024

The true global impact of species-loss caused by humans is far greater than expected – new study reveals

A new study reveals the true global impact of human-induced species loss is far greater than previously thought, resulting in a loss of approximately 3 billion years of unique evolutionary history. This extinction crisis has severe consequences on ecosystem function, including reduced pollination, seed dispersal, and disease outbreaks.

SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalScience·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateOct 3, 2024
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

Pollination changes after hurricane in Caribbean

In Dominica, Hurricane Maria killed most Purple-throated caribs, allowing other birds to pollinate heliconia plants. Researchers found that specialized pollination systems can become generalized after natural disturbances, showing resilience in ecosystems.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalNew Phytologist·DateOct 1, 2024

Feeding coral reefs can aid their recovery from bleaching events

A new study suggests that altering coral feeding habits could aid their recovery from bleaching events caused by rising ocean temperatures and acidification. Feeding corals zooplankton after a bleaching event improved their resilience to warming temperatures, promoting growth and enhancing recovery rates.

SourceOhio State University·JournalCommunications Earth & Environment·DateSep 24, 2024
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

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Unravelling an ancient European extinction mystery: Disappearance of dwarf megafauna on palaeolithic Cyprus

A new study reveals that palaeolithic hunter-gatherers on Cyprus are responsible for the disappearance of two species of megafauna: dwarf elephants and hippos. The research suggests that these small human populations could have driven both species to extinction due to their hunting practices.

SourceFlinders University·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 17, 2024

Scientists urge new conservation approach to save vulnerable species from climate change impacts

Climate scientists have proposed a new approach to conserve vulnerable ecosystems, focusing on sites with favorable weather conditions. The 'climate-change refugia' concept aims to reduce species extinctions by identifying and protecting areas least impacted by changing weather.

SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalTrends in Ecology & Evolution·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 17, 2024