Here is a list of eight of the world's rarest animals. This critically endangered porpoise, found only in the Gulf of California, has fewer than 30 individuals remaining, making it the rarest marine ...

They are trafficked due to their iconic horns, which are believed to have medicinal properties. Found in tropical rainforests, these bears are trafficked for their bile, which is used in traditional ...

An anonymous user posted a photo showing a dead turtle with its shell ripped off, insinuating it was discovered at Hau Bush in Ewa Beach. The post has gone viral with hundreds of comments ...

In some countries, their eggs are prized as delicacies – even aphrodisiacs – and turtle shell has been considered a high-value commodity for centuries. In recent years, scuba diving and other marine ...

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Shell has said it will cut costs and spending, especially in clean energy, and boost the amount of cash it ...

Tracking units on the shell of a wood turtle. The tracking information these GPS units collect is used to understand how wood turtles move throughout the year. Image credit: Smithsonian's Movement of ...

Tortoise shells are more fascinating than they appear. Discover the crazy facts behind these natural marvels, from their intricate structure to their role in survival, and why they’re a true won ...