Verlorene Wunder

What exactly do we lose when a species disappears? Ten compelling stories of living beings that have gone extinct during our brief 21st century. From the famous Galapagos giant tortoises to the less prominent micro-snails the size of a sesame seed, trees that leap across the ocean, and fish that wag their tails like puppies. They all share one thing in common: they have gone extinct during our short 21st century. A trend that will only accelerate with human-induced climate change. What does it mean to live in such a time? Author and journalist Tom Lathan speaks with scientists, conservationists, and other dedicated individuals who have studied these species and have tried until the very end to save them from extinction. Through their eyes and Lathan's poignant stories, we begin to understand what the loss of a species truly means.