Learn how researchers from across the University of California have worked to protect endangered species in an inspiring and visually captivating new feature story, "How UC Research is Ensuring a Future for 10 Iconic Animals," by UC writers Robyn Schelenz and Carolyn McMillan.

As the Endangered Species Act turns 50, the piece describes how faculty, staff and students have been working to bring species back — and keep them away from — the brink of extinction.

It includes how UC Davis launched a successful breeding program of critically endangered white abalone, provided veterinary care for endangered mountain gorillas, uncovered threats to southern sea otters, and helped the Channel Island fox make the fastest recovery from the endangered species list of any mammal before it.

Now really, check it out.

Learn more about how UC Davis research protects endangered species