FAQ: What’s a Fisher?
Meet the Fisher: Forest Phantom of the North You might think a “fisher” is someone who catches fish—but in the animal world, a fisher is something entirely different. This agile,…
Meet the Arabian Leopard: The Vanishing Ghosts of the Desert
Once roaming freely across the rocky mountains and arid landscapes of the Arabian Peninsula, the Arabian leopard is now one of the most endangered big cats on Earth. With fewer…
Meet the Hyena: Nature’s Most Misunderstood Predator
When you picture a hyena, chances are you imagine a cackling scavenger lurking in the shadows of Africa’s savanna. Thanks to pop culture portrayals, hyenas are often cast as the…
Bridging the Gap: Wildlife Overpasses and Connectivity Plans Keep Animals and Drivers Safe
July 9, 2025 Two U.S. states are ramping up efforts to reduce wildlife–vehicle collisions and restore critical habitat connectivity. From Colorado’s new overpass on I‑25 to Washington’s statewide habitat plan,…
How Saudi Arabia Is Working to Save the Endangered Arabian Leopard
July 9, 2025 The Arabian leopard, the smallest and one of the rarest leopard subspecies in the world, is teetering on the brink of extinction. Once widespread across the Arabian…
Meet the Macaws: Nature’s Most Vibrant Parrots
With their vivid plumage, sharp intelligence, and social charm, macaws are among the most iconic members of the parrot family. Native to Central and South America, these colorful birds have…
Ringtails vs. Ring-Tailed Lemurs: What’s the Difference?
At first glance, the names ringtail and ring-tailed lemur might seem like they refer to the same animal. After all, both have long, striped tails and are small, furry mammals.…
River Otters vs Sea Otters: What’s the Difference?
Otters are undeniably some of the most charismatic creatures in the animal kingdom. But not all otters are the same. Two of the most well-known species—river otters and sea otters—share…
Meet the Dhole
Dholes: Asia’s Elusive Wild Dogs The dhole (Cuon alpinus), also known as the Asiatic wild dog or whistling dog, is one of the most fascinating and underappreciated predators in the…
Rare Leopard Spotted in Bangladesh Forest, Raising Hope for Species’ Survival
June 28, 2025 Leopards are listed as “near threatened” globally—but in Bangladesh, their situation is even more dire. Classified as critically endangered in the country, leopards were recently spotted in…
