Fundacion JAPU
In Ecuador’s dry forest, a small community is proving that coexistence with wild cats is possible. Through predator-proof poultry coops, education, and local conservation leadership, El Mamey is turning conflict into hope for families, chickens, and native wild cats.
Help Free
Recycle your ink to save wild cats
Jamie Veronica
The One-Word Rule Change
The One-Word Shift Gutting the Endangered Species Act: Why Habitat Protection is Under Fire
For over 50 years, the Endangered Species Act (ESA) has served as America’s most powerful shield against extinction, saving 99% of protected species from disappearing. However, a silent regulatory shift announced on July 10, 2026, seeks to dismantle this legacy by redefining a single word: "harm"
Howard Baskin
The Uninvited Guest
A new CDC study identifies a South American parasite, Dracunculus sp. PantanalBR, currently infecting Florida panthers and bobcats. Genetic analysis reveals a 98-99% match to specimens from Brazil, suggesting the worms may have been introduced through historical puma releases in the Everglades. Learn about the health risks these Brazilian worms pose to the survival of Florida's endangered big cat population.