When an animal moves from the endangered species list to being officially extinct, it's undeniably a sad day. The creature ...

Back in 1999, the BBC’s Walking with Dinosaurs series spawned a new format: wildlife “documentaries” featuring long-extinct animals. I’m a big fan of this genre, and Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age, made ...

For some species, extinction seemed certain - until someone found proof they were still alive. In this video, we look at five remarkable animals that were once believed to be gone forever, from the ...

Scientists continue to uncover surprising evolutionary links between living animals and species that disappeared long ago. The video highlights three modern creatures that share unusually close ...

In April of 2025, headlines across the world announced that the dire wolf had been brought back from extinction. This 130-150 lbs wolf species, about 25% heavier than modern-day gray wolves, had not ...

Sometimes, nature delivers a surprise that feels almost miraculous. Scientists have confirmed that two small marsupial species — the pygmy long-fingered possum and the ring-tailed glider — are still ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...