Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international correspondents share snapshots of moments from their lives and work around the world.

The Monte Gordo Grasshopper, a rare living fossil, was found again in Cape Verde, revealing its resilience in harsh ...

Turtles are among the longest-living animals on Earth, and some species go much beyond the average lifespans. While most ...

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Dragon's blood trees only grown on the island of Socotra in Yemen. Climate change is killing them off, raising questions ...

An invasive species on Socotra, free-roaming goats devour saplings before they have a chance to grow. Outside of ...

This year Megalo Print Studio proudly celebrates 45 years of printmaking. From its humble beginnings in a poorly ventilated ...

Lizards often resemble mythical creatures found in fairy tales. Read this to learn about lizards that look like dragons.

“The birds can go in and out. And they chose to come there.” ...

These craggy islands 27 miles from the Golden Gate are home to hundreds of thousands of birds and marine mammals — and a ...

Expedition yacht La Pinta brings the iconic wildlife, natural wonders and ecological warnings of the Galapagos into view.

Alper Yelimlies The Galápagos Islands are famous for their pristine, natural ecosystems. But even on this remote and mostly undeveloped archipelago, human activity is affecting animals.