More than one million animal species are in danger of disappearing forever, many of them fading away quietly without most of us noticing. One of them is the South Eastern Striped Bandicoot. Small, shy, and active at night, this cute little marsupial plays an important role in its ecosystem and is now struggling to survive as its habitat disappears. Today's post is about the Bandicoot's story- why animals like the bandicoot matter, what is putting them at risk, and how small, everyday actions can still help protect endangered species before they are gone.
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The Ili Pika: The Magic Rabbit Fighting for Survival
Hey Friends-Here's one that's a bit under the radar- but really in trouble. Hope you enjoy the read. High in the remote mountains of northwestern China lives one of the world’s most mysterious and endearing creatures: the Ili Pika. Sometimes called the “magic rabbit,” this tiny mammal looks like...
The Moa and the Dodo: One Bird’s Comeback — and Another’s Warning
There’s something both inspiring and unsettling happening in the world of science right now.
A team of researchers and geneticists, backed by Peter Jackson (yeah, the guy behind Lord of the Rings), is working to bring back the giant moa — a massive, flightless bird that roamed New Zealand until humans wiped it out about 600 years ago. This thing stood over 12 feet tall and weighed nearly 500 pounds. Picture a walking dinosaur that ate ferns and towered over you like a basketball hoop on stilts.
It’s wild. And it's real. but should we?
A Ghost in the High Sierra: Sierra Nevada Red Fox Caught on Camera
I’ll be honest—this one hit me. A video surfaced recently of a Sierra Nevada red fox lounging in the snow, smack in the middle of daylight, in Lassen Volcanic National Park. It’s a short clip—barely a minute long—but for a species this rare, that’s gold. These foxes are among the...
The Vaquita: The Ocean's Whisper
With fewer than 10 left in the wild, the Vaquita's future hangs by a thread. This powerful story draws a line between extinction and action—before it's too late.
The Return of the Dire Wolf: Science, Ethics, and the Fight for What’s Left
A dire wolf—extinct for 10,000 years—has just been born. But while science pushes boundaries, should we bring back the past while today's species are vanishing? Explore the real story, ethical debate, and what it means for the future of conservation. Speciologie donates 100% of profits to protect endangered animals.
Meet Poppy: The Adorable Pygmy Hippo with a Powerful Message
Meet Poppy, a newborn pygmy hippo capturing hearts worldwide — but her species is on the brink of extinction. Discover her story and how Speciologie donates 100% of profits to help protect endangered animals like her.
Pangolins: The World's Most Trafficked Animal Deserves a Fighting Chance
When you think of endangered animals, your mind might jump to elephants, tigers, or maybe even polar bears. But there’s one quiet creature slipping toward extinction that you might not have heard of: the pangolin. Covered in scales and curled up like a pinecone when threatened, this shy, gentle animal holds the unfortunate title of being the most trafficked mammal in the world.
The Fight to Save America’s Last Ocelots
The ocelot (Leopardus pardalis), a sleek wildcat with golden fur and bold black spots, once thrived across the southwestern U.S. Today, fewer than 100 remain, isolated in South Texas. With habitat destruction and inbreeding threatening their survival, every single ocelot counts. The question is—will we act in time? Why Are...
The Saola: The Ghost of the Annamite Mountains
The Saola, a creature so rare it’s known as the ‘Asian Unicorn,’ teeters on the edge of extinction. Hidden deep in the Annamite Mountains, it has remained a ghost to science—seen only a handful of times, its numbers fading in silence. If we do nothing, it will share the fate of the Pyrenean Ibex, a species lost forever. But unlike the Ibex, the Saola still has a chance—if we act now. Read the full blog here: https://speciologie.com/blogs/news
Echoes of the Pyrenean Ibex: A Legacy of Loss and Hope
Today is the anniversary of the death of the last Pyrenean Ibex. I have written more than one post on the Pyrenean Ibex, because I really find its story fascinating. When you view its beauty, sense its rugged persona and energy, then realize it fell victim to extinction due to...
The Tasmanian Tiger: Extinct or Hiding? The Mystery Lives On
Is the Tasmanian Tiger really extinct? 🐆 From its tragic history to mysterious sightings that keep hope alive, the Thylacine’s story is one for the ages. Could this legendary predator still roam the wilds of Tasmania? Find out more in our latest post!
#TasmanianTiger #Thylacine #ExtinctOrAlive #WildlifeMystery #ConservationStory #Cryptozoology #SaveWildlife #Tasmania #NatureLovers #LegendaryCreatures #itiscolossal
The Kākāpō and the Dodo: A Tale of Quirks, Conservation, and Second Chances
The Kākāpō, New Zealand’s nocturnal, flightless parrot, is like the quirky cousin of the bird world—awkward, charming, and utterly unfit for houseguests. This green, chubby wonder is one of the rarest birds on Earth, with fewer than 250 individuals left as of 2023. Its plight echoes that of the dodo, the infamous flightless bird driven to extinction in the 1600s by habitat destruction, overhunting, and invasive species. The kākāpō teeters on the edge of a similar fate, highlighting the fragile balance between human activity and wildlife survival.
Can We Bring the Dodo Back?
De-extinction fascinates me. I (probably like you) love reading updates from organizations like Colossal- a key de-extinction organization, wondering when I will see a little dodo head pop into frame- a relic reimagined over 300 years after the last known bird graced windswept Mauritius. Re-inventing the Dodo Can you imagine...
The Atlas Bear and Tasmanian Tiger: Why They Matter Today 🐾
We live in a time where the impact we have on the world is more evident than ever. Animals that once roamed the earth freely are disappearing at an alarming rate, often due to human activities. Two of the most iconic recently extinct animals are the Atlas bear 🐻 and...
SHOULD We Resurrect The Woolly Mammoth? Weighing the Pros and Cons
Drawing courtesy of Tim Jeffs Art You have likely read that scientists are working on resurrecting the Wooly Mammoth, using a hybrid of existing elephant-relative DNA and really old mammoth DNA harvested during archeological digs. Sounds REALLY fascinating, right? I remember seeing the Wooly Mammoth exhibit at the natural...
Meet the Western Lowland Gorilla: A Symbol of Hope and Urgency
Guess what, animal lovers? 🦍✨ The Columbus Zoo just welcomed a new baby gorilla, and it’s beyond adorable! 🍼❤️ Click the link to find out all the sweet details about this critically endangered cutie and how you can help support species survival! 🌍💚 #BabyGorilla #ColumbusZoo #SpeciesSurvival #Speciologie
The Majestic Barbary Lion: A Tale of Splendor and Tragedy
Of all the recently lost species, the ones that intrigue me most are the apex predators, the masters of their domains- seemingly invincible in their realm, but which sadly fell prey to external forces. Imagine the African wilderness echoing with the powerful roar of the Barbary lion, a majestic beast...
The Silver Grizzly Bear of Mexico: A Tragic Tale of Extinction
Have you ever heard of the Silver Grizzly of Mexico? This moniker refers to the Mexican Grizzly bear, a magnificent creature that once roamed the high mountain ranges of northern Mexico. Its story has become a symbol of the dangers that arise when humans disrupt the natural world. But what...
The Silent Farewell: Reflecting on the Extinction of the Pyrenean Ibex
In the rugged peaks of the Pyrenees Mountains, a delicate creature once roamed freely, its hooves echoing against the cliffs as it navigated its ancient domain. But now, in the quiet solitude of those same mountains, there exists only the haunting echo of its absence – the Pyrenean Ibex, a symbol of resilience and fragility, has vanished from our world. Read more....
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Dave Simms is a life long animal conservation advocate and Speciologie founder.
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