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Can there be problems when scientists reintroduce endangered species?

There are many projects aiming to replenish or broaden the gene pool of wild animal populations that are under threat. Few are more vital to survival than efforts to save the Tasmanian devil….

Can Australia’s shores cope with a super trawler?

What do history and science tell us about the impacts of trawling.

Tigers on the brink of extinction

Tigers and humans try to coexist, but will we be able to save this endangered species?

Deadly devil disease is here to stay

The devil is apparently in the chromosomes.

Corals can suffer from nutrient imbalance

Improving water quality could help save coral reefs.

Top predators in crisis

In many places, the numbers of large predators have fallen by more than 90 per cent over the course of a few decades. Scientists are working feverishly to learn how this dearth of…

Tiny snail believed extinct is rediscovered

The oblong rocksnail, declared extinct in 2000, has made a comeback.

Primates in the wild

Wolverines not as invincible as the fictional character

A warmer climate could have devastating effects on the wolverines food supply.

Snow leopards found in den

Mother snow leopards and their cubs have been filmed in their den in Mongolia’s Tost Mountains for the first time.

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