arboreal creatures, biodiversity, endangered species, forest regeneration, gibbons, myanmar, resilience, wildlife conservation

Resilient Gibbon: The Story of a ‘Skywalker’ Thriving in Myanmar’s Jungles

The resilient “Skywalker” gibbon lives deep in the canopy of Myanmar’s rich jungles. This amazing primate, first spotted along the border between China and Myanmar in 2017, has fascinated scientists with its ability to thrive in extreme adversity. Once rare in Yunnan Province of China, new findings reveal a flourishing gibbon population within Myanmar. This ...

Nathan Machoka

A gibbon in the trees.

Canine Guardians: How Specially Trained Dogs Save the World’s Smallest Penguins

In the coastal regions of southern Australia unfolds a heartwarming tale of conservation, featuring dogs as protectors of the world’s smallest penguins. Specifically trained to defend the vulnerable Little Penguin, these remarkable canines play a critical role in safeguarding this endangered species. Through their unique training and unwavering dedication, these dogs have become indispensable allies ...

Viena Abdon

A large white sheepdog lying on the grass with a Little Penguin.

Przewalski’s Horse: A Totally Wild and Untamed Horse

Have you ever considered where horses come from and how long they have been here? Like humans, wild horses, specifically Przewalski’s horse, hold tales that catch everyone’s attention because of their impressive proportions. Learn more about Przewalski’s horses through this article that speaks of their history, unique traits, and how essential they were to the ...

Viena Abdon

Przewalski's Horse.

Endangered Lemur Gives Birth to Pup After Four Years of Searching

An endangered lemur at the Calgary Zoo in Canada has finally found a mate after four years of searching. As a result, the world now welcomes the most adorable baby lemur pup. Like humans, some animals are highly picky about whom they mate with. This leads some of them, like the lemur in this story, ...

Mike West

A lemur.

Birth of Amur Leopard Cubs a Triumph

The San Diego Zoo in California recently announced the birth of twin cubs adding to the population of the endangered Amur leopards. The Amurs are the rarest — and most endangered — cats in the world, and the news was a big win for conservationists across the globe. The twins were born to Satka (mother ...

Nathan Machoka

An amur leopard with its cubs.

Vietnam’s Efforts to Save Pangolins, the World’s Most Trafficked Animal

While much is said and written about the need to protect species such as tigers, rhinos, whales, and marine turtles, rare mammals such as pangolins do not get much attention. Yet, pangolins happen to be one of the most trafficked animal species despite having been around for some 80 million years! These pre-historic, solitary, nocturnal ...

Jack Roberts

Thai Van Nguyen holding a pangolin.

6 Things to Know About Red Pandas

People across the world are familiar with the cute giant panda, but have you heard about the little red panda? Despite having the name “panda,” these two creatures are not related at all. Red pandas are native to southwestern China and the eastern Himalayas. 6 facts about red pandas 1. Red pandas and giant pandas ...

Jessica Kneipp

A red panda in young bamboo.

The Troubles of a Name: North Chinese Leopard

The North Chinese Leopard, known by its scientific name Panthera pardus japonensis, is classified as an endangered species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). In recent years, the creature has been grouped with its northern neighbor, the Amur leopard (Panthera pardus orientalis), a move that some feel will erode the uniqueness of ...

Armin Auctor

A North Chinese leopard.

Drone Cam: 64,000 Green Sea Turtles Migrating

Drone footage of 64,000 green sea turtles migrating en masse to Raine Island in Australia is captivating internet users around the world. The video is part of a research project aimed at conducting a population survey of the turtles. Raine Island is the largest green sea turtle rookery in the world. The migration of green sea ...

Jessica Kneipp

A green sea turtle on a beach.

Popularity of Traditional Chinese Medicine Threatens Wildlife

The popularity of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is growing rapidly among people who are seeking alternative healthcare remedies rather than relying on Western medicine alone. With the World Health Organization (WHO) poised to recognize traditional Chinese medicine as legitimate medicine starting next year, interest in Chinese medicine is expected to boom. However, many wildlife conservationists ...

Nspirement Staff

Animal parts used in traditional Chinese medicine.