At this rate, the species could be extinct in 6 years, according to latest shocking figures - but are the predators really in such jeopardy?
Remarkable story of the rare big cat that sought out human help with a severe dental problem.
Our map shows the attacks by bears on humans across a swathe of Siberia and the Russian Far East.
Weak and hungry animal saved from dogs as it searched desperately for food.
Customs procedures and rules on foreigners staying in duty-free region will be relaxed in move that will bolster the economy and boost trade from 2016.
Kuzya and Ilona shake off their electronic tags, but all signs show they thrive in wild.
Russia is offering the best tax incentives in the world to create its own Vegas near Vladivostok.
His accomplices in child sex gang - a woman and a man - also imprisoned but all their identities kept secret.
Endangered Amur tigress with two cubs born in the wild is at risk from poachers.