Category : Extinction


Australia's last native shrew declared extinct

Scientists confirm the Christmas Island shrew has vanished forever, becoming Australia's first mammal extinction in decades and highlighting the global biodiversity crisis.

Cat rescued after 16 days trapped in shop wall

A Virginia family's beloved cat, Galena, was miraculously rescued after being missing for over two weeks, discovered trapped inside a shop wall just metres from her home.

Australia's rarest bird of prey faces silent extinction

Australia's rarest bird of prey, the Red Goshawk, is vanishing without public notice. Conservationists reveal how habitat destruction and bureaucratic inertia are pushing this magnificent raptor to the brink.

Tourist killed in shark attack off Perth beach

A tourist has died following a catastrophic shark attack off a popular Perth beach, marking Western Australia's first fatal incident in nearly two years and sparking urgent safety reviews.

Dodo De-Extinction: Scientists Make Major Breakthrough

Groundbreaking genetic research brings the dream of resurrecting the extinct dodo bird one step closer to reality. Scientists achieve a major milestone in sequencing its genome, sparking both excitement and ethical debate.

Chonky Flying Fox One Cyclone From Extinction

Exclusive: The future of the 'chonky' golden-crowned flying fox, one of the world's rarest bats, hangs in the balance as climate change intensifies tropical storms in its only Philippine habitat.

Family's Cat Wrongfully Euthanised in Vet Blunder

An Adelaide family is grieving after their healthy 11-year-old cat, Patrick, was mistakenly euthanised due to a catastrophic administrative error at a local veterinary clinic. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for better safeguards.

Dog dies in hot car after doggy daycare pickup

A beloved family pet died from heatstroke after being left in a scorching hot car by a doggy daycare service in a heartbreaking incident that has sparked urgent warnings.

Wuhan's Controversial 'Dog Rental' Service Sparks Fury

A controversial 'pet rental' service in Wuhan, China, allows customers to borrow dogs for short periods, sparking a fierce ethical debate on animal welfare and the humanisation of pets in post-lockdown society.

Traditional British puddings at risk of extinction

Classic British puddings like spotted dick and jam roly-poly are vanishing from home kitchens, warns English Heritage. A new study reveals younger generations are abandoning these beloved desserts, putting centuries of culinary tradition in jeopardy.

Yorkshire Terrier at risk of extinction

Iconic British dog breeds, including the Yorkshire Terrier, are facing a worrying decline. Experts warn of potential extinction as modern trends shift pet preferences.

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