Alpine Salamander Holds 5-Year Pregnancy Record
A tiny black salamander in Europe's mountains carries its babies for up to five years, the longest pregnancy on Earth. This remarkable adaptation helps its young survive harsh alpine conditions.
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Scientists Racing to Save Tiny Salamander From Extinction
Conservation teams in Florida are hand-raising endangered frosted flatwoods salamander eggs to save the species from disappearing forever. Their "extinction rescue" work shows how humans can help wildlife adapt to a changing climate.
Scientists Race to Save Florida's Rarest Salamander
Conservationists are giving tiny frosted flatwoods salamanders a fighting chance by raising eggs in captivity before releasing them into the wild. The effort is preventing one of America's most endangered amphibians from disappearing forever.
Florida Scientists Racing to Save Rare Salamander
Conservationists are saving endangered frosted flatwoods salamander eggs one by one, raising them in captivity to give the tiny creatures a fighting chance. It's painstaking work, but it's keeping an entire species from disappearing forever.
Tiny Salamanders Survive Below-Zero Temps in Canadian Snow
Scientists discovered blue-spotted salamanders can crawl across ice and snow without freezing by "supercooling" their bodies below 0°C. This remarkable ability gives them a head start on breeding season and helps their babies thrive.
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1,000 Endangered Salamanders Return to Mexico's Lake Pátzcuaro
After dwindling to fewer than 100 in the wild, critically endangered achoques are getting a second chance at survival. Conservationists just released 1,000 young salamanders into their only home on Earth.
Volunteers Help 191 Salamanders Cross NJ Road Safely
Volunteers in New Jersey spent an evening helping salamanders, toads, and frogs safely cross a busy road during their spring migration to breeding pools. In just one night, they guided 191 amphibians to safety. #
Alpine Skiing Legends Retire After Decades of Inspiration
The 2025/26 season marked an emotional farewell as some of alpine skiing's greatest athletes hung up their race skis after inspiring careers. From Alexis Pinturault's 34 World Cup wins to Ilka Stuhec's double world championship golds, these champions are leaving legacies that transformed the sport.
14 Rescuers Save Two Hikers Stranded on 350m Alpine Cliff
Two young women walked away unharmed after elite rescue crews spent 24 hours navigating treacherous cliffs, 80 km/h winds, and horizontal rain in Australia's Snowy Mountains. The successful mission showcases the skill and determination of volunteer alpine rescue teams who risk their lives to bring others home safely.
Mikaela Shiffrin Makes Alpine Skiing History in Czech Republic
American ski champion Mikaela Shiffrin just shattered a record that stood since the World Cup's creation, becoming the first person ever to win nine discipline titles in Alpine skiing. Her dominant performance sets her up as the favorite for Olympic gold next month.
Alpine Skiing Overhauls Safety Before 2026 Olympics
After two tragic training deaths in less than a year, Alpine skiing is making sweeping safety changes ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics. The International Ski and Snowboard Federation says everything is on the table to protect athletes.
Canada Names 8 Para Alpine Skiers for 2026 Paralympics
Eight talented Para alpine skiers are heading to Italy next month to represent Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics. Among them are two three-time Paralympians who've already claimed world championship titles this season.
Women Power Para Alpine Skiers to Victory at 2026 Games
At the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics, male and female Para alpine skiers are crediting the extraordinary women behind their success. From mothers who financed first equipment to sisters who trained at dawn, these unsung heroes are reshaping what support looks like in elite sports.
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Biologist Snaps First Photos of Baby Giant Salamanders
A fisheries biologist accidentally photographed newborn California giant salamanders in the wild for the first time ever. The rare discovery is helping scientists protect one of North America's largest and most mysterious amphibians.
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Fire Salamanders Glow Under UV Light After 250 Years
Scientists just discovered that fire salamanders—one of Europe's most-studied amphibians—glow bright bluish-green under ultraviolet light. The find came by accident when a researcher pointed a blacklight at one crossing the road on a rainy Spanish night.
Switzerland Wins 4 of 5 Alpine Golds at Milan–Cortina
Swiss skier Loïc Meillard captured slalom gold, completing his country's stunning sweep of nearly every men's alpine skiing event at the Winter Olympics. Japan also made history with their first-ever figure skating pairs medal.
French Paralympians Win Two Medals in Alpine Skiing
France's Jules Segers and Aurélie Richard brought home medals from the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. Their wins push France's medal count to five at the Games.
Brazil Wins First Winter Olympics Medal in Alpine Skiing
Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history by winning Brazil's first-ever Winter Olympics medal, claiming gold in giant slalom at the Milan Cortina Games. The 25-year-old skier's victory marks a breakthrough moment for South American winter sports.
Swiss St. Bernard Dogs Still Rescue Alpine Legacy Today
The legendary St. Bernard rescue dogs are still walking the same Swiss Alpine trails where they saved lives for centuries. A new theme park celebrates their heritage while 32 dogs continue their mission helping people today.
Brazil Wins First-Ever Winter Olympics Medal in Alpine Skiing
Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history by winning South America's first Winter Olympic medal, taking gold for Brazil in men's giant slalom. The 25-year-old skier collapsed in tears after his stunning victory, telling viewers that "your difference is your superpower."
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