10 vulnerable wildlife species to watch in 2026

A psychedelic spider, sign of spring, a loud primate and more make Fauna & Flora’s 2026 Species to Watch List.

From ‘psychedelic’ spiders to European eels: 10 species heading into 2026 on the brink of extinction

Habitat loss, deforestation, the illegal wildlife trade and climate change are pushing these extraordinary species towards ...

Python swim party: Hunters observe possible new Burmese python behavior

Professional python hunters spotted something strange happening in a South Florida pond. They soon realized they might be the ...

Python in Florida woman's backyard a sign of their movement to urban areas

If they reach the ecosystem's carrying capacity in the Everglades, the pythons will spread, and that likely means into backyards.
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A venomous viper, ‘psychedelic’ tarantula and a fish shaped like a guitar are on the brink of extinction, say experts

Conservation charity Fauna & Flora has released its 2026 Species to Watch list, which spotlights some of the most endangered ...