Tom Lathan

Tom Lathan, author of "Lost Wonders: 10 Tales of Extinction from the 21st Century," dives into the emotional weight of biodiversity loss. He discusses the St. Helena Olive and highlights ongoing conservation efforts amid the sixth mass extinction. Lathan shares intriguing stories of lost species, like the Pinta Island tortoise and Lonesome George, revealing the impacts of invasive threats on native wildlife. He also emphasizes community-driven conservation efforts in Brazil, illuminating a hopeful path for preserving our planet's unique ecosystems.

In this engaging conversation, science writer Tom Lathan shares insights from his new book, ‘Lost Wonders’. He discusses how current extinctions are entwined with personal stories and overall biodiversity. Lathan highlights the emotional impact of losing species like the Christmas Island pipistrelle and stresses the hope brought by conservation efforts. He emphasizes the necessity for proactive measures and innovative approaches in saving threatened species, offering a glimpse of optimism amidst profound loss.