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Online location data on endangered species might be putting them in harm’s way

Technology

Whether it's a scientific study in an online database or a simple cellphone photo of a species posted on Facebook, the surge of online data on rare animals and plants is inadvertently fueling a vast illegal trade.

Online location data on endangered species might be putting them in harm’s way
Black-footed ferrets.

The black-footed ferret is making a comeback in the Great Plains

Environment
The black-footed ferret is making a comeback in the Great Plains
A dolphin performs tricks at a recent Six Flags show in Mexico City.

Mexico City is banning dolphin shows, taking a lead on animal rights

Culture
Mexico City is banning dolphin shows, taking a lead on animal rights
A herd of endangered Przewalski's horses trot across the Takhin Tal National Park, part of the Great Gobi B Strictly Protected Area, in southwest Mongolia, on June 22.

Photos: Rare wild horses are making a stunning return to Mongolia

Environment
Photos: Rare wild horses are making a stunning return to Mongolia