The bog turtle population is dwindling due to a shrinking habitat and the illegal pet trade. Zoo Knoxville is giving the tiny ...

Hundreds of native Connecticut species including birds, fish, and mammals are listed among those with the greatest conservation need, according to the newly released 2025 Connecticut Wildlife Action ...

The increasingly rare reptile is the bog turtle, an animal known for its small size − growing to only about 4 inches long by adulthood − and secretive behavior.

They’re among 22 animals and plants that were newly named to the list following an update in 2024, joining a total of 453 species. Each species on the list is categorized as endangered ...

The preserve harbors 26 species of plants and animals that are rare in Indiana. The DNR has been working 30-plus years to preserve this bog.