Lindsey Becker

The Amistad gambusia is an extinct species of fish known for its unique history. This small fish, native to Goodenough Spring in Texas, is believed … Read more

The Durango shiner, once thriving in Mexico’s rivers, is a fascinating example of a species that has sadly disappeared. This extinct fish, known scientifically as … Read more

Ichthyosaurs were fascinating marine reptiles that roamed the oceans during the Mesozoic era. These unique creatures, which resembled modern dolphins, thrived for over 160 million … Read more

The Beyşehir bleak, known scientifically as Alburnus akili, was a unique freshwater fish native to Lake Beyşehir in Turkey. Unfortunately, this fascinating species is now … Read more

Pachycormidae is a fascinating family of extinct fish that once roamed the ancient seas. These marine creatures are known from the Early Jurassic to the … Read more

The Navassa curly-tailed lizard, a once-thriving species, now shares a fate with many other reptiles that have become extinct. This lizard, known scientifically as Leiocephalus … Read more

Contomastix charrua was a unique lizard that once thrived in Cabo Polonio, southern Uruguay. Sadly, it is believed to be regionally extinct, which highlights the … Read more

The Martinique curly-tailed lizard, known scientifically as Leiocephalus herminieri, is a fascinating creature that once thrived in the Caribbean. This extinct species is significant not … Read more

Eastwood’s Long-tailed Seps was a unique species of lizard that once thrived in the high-altitude grasslands of South Africa. This lizard became extinct primarily due … Read more

The Réunion Giant Tortoise was a unique and fascinating species that once roamed the lush landscapes of Réunion Island. This tortoise was remarkable for its … Read more