Many people around the world are obsessed with finding animals that are presumed extinct. Although this may sound impossible, animal rediscoveries happen more often than you might think. Some ...

"We have this … in our village." Researchers spring to action after Facebook post reveals sighting of long-extinct species: 'Thrilled' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Scientists knew almost nothing about how ebony trees, used for guitars and piano keys, grow. A new study reveals the secret ingredient — elephants.

New Zealand is planning to eradicate millions of invasive animals that prey on the country's rare birds. The goal may not be possible, unless new technology can be developed to do it.

The merlin, sandhill crane, and pileated woodpecker were once rare in North America. Environmental conservation fueled their ...