Vanishing Species: The Race to Save North America’s Endangered Animals

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Wildly Curious (formerly For the Love of Nature), co-hosts Katy Reiss and Laura Fawks Lapole dive into the plight of endangered species across North America. While most people think of animals far away when they hear about extinction, Katy and Laura spotlight creatures right in our backyards that are on the brink of disappearing, including the elusive pygmy raccoon and Texas's dwindling population of ocelots. They also touch on the complex challenges facing species like the critically endangered red wolf and the now-extinct ivory-billed woodpecker. With a mix of humor and passion, they explore what’s being done to save these creatures, why it matters, and how small changes in our everyday lives can have a big impact on wildlife conservation.Perfect for nature lovers, science enthusiasts, and anyone curious about endangered species. Tune in to learn how North America’s wildlife is faring and how we can all play a part in protecting them. Support the show🎉 Support us on Patreon to keep the episodes coming! 🪼🦤🧠 For more laughs, catch us on YouTube!Track a real wild animal. Support conservation. Feel slightly cooler than you did five seconds ago. Visit the Fahlo tracking bracelets website to get 20% off tracking bracelets with code WildlyKaty.