BREAKING: A pod of more than 10 orcas (including 3-4 calves) appears to be trapped in sea ice less than a mile off the coast of Hokkaido island in Japan. Orcas can only hold their breath for 15 minutes max, and typically breathe every 3-5 minutes, so time is of the essence. Officials from the nearby town of Rausu said the thickness of the ice makes it impossible for the Coast Guard to free the animals. 'We have no choice but to wait for the ice to break up and for them to escape that way,' a Rau

Today marks five years since Toughie passed. He was the very last Rabb's fringe-limbed tree frog. An endling. We know that the fight to save species can sometimes feel impossible at times, but animals like Toughie depend on us. We've put them in these situations and we're the only ones who can get them out. We can't lose hope and we can't stop trying. #RacingExtinction Joel Sartore, Photographer Oceanic Preservation Society (OPS) | Racing Extinction

Back in 2015, during the premiere of Racing Extinction, Dr. Jane Goodall imparted a clear message to the world about the relationship between humanity, stewardship, and the survival of our planet. And how hope sits at the center of it all. In honor of Jane, may we never lose sight of the fact that there’s still a lot left worth fighting for. | Racing Extinction