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Expert Guide to Avoiding Mosquito Bites This Summer

Don't let mosquitoes ruin your summer! Discover the science-backed secrets to preventing itchy bites, from powerful repellents to simple home hacks. Stay safe and comfortable all season long.

2-Ingredient DIY Spray Obliterates Garden Pests

Green-fingered experts reveal a remarkably simple and cheap homemade pesticide using just washing-up liquid and olive oil. This powerful hack protects your prized plants from destructive aphids and mites without harsh chemicals.

UK's Marine Sanctuaries Ravaged by Bottom Trawling

Exclusive investigation reveals how destructive bottom trawling fleets are operating with impunity in Britain's protected marine zones, demolishing seabed ecosystems and undermining conservation efforts.

Harlequin Ladybird Invasion Threatens UK Native Species

An alarming surge of invasive harlequin ladybirds, originating from Asia, is threatening native UK species. Experts warn of ecological disruption as these aggressive insects outcompete local ladybirds for food and habitat.

UK Gardeners Warned Over Destructive Box Tree Moth

British gardeners are being warned about a devastating new pest threat, the Box Tree Moth, which is rapidly spreading across the UK and destroying prized plants. Discover expert identification and prevention tips.

Bubble Barrier Saves Australia's Giant Cuttlefish from Dolphins

Marine scientists are pioneering a revolutionary bubble curtain technology in South Australia's Spencer Gulf to protect the world's only known mass breeding aggregation of giant cuttlefish from predatory dolphins, offering new hope for this vulnerable spe

Stop Aggressive September Wasps: Expert Tips Revealed

Wasps become more aggressive and bothersome in late summer. A leading entomologist explains the science behind their behaviour change and shares effective, humane tricks to deter them from your garden gatherings without getting stung.

Rare Whale Dies After Cornwall Stranding Tragedy

A desperate race against time to save a rare Cuvier's beaked whale on a Cornish beach ended in tragedy, as rescuers were unable to move the distressed animal to safety. The incident has sparked an important conversation about marine wildlife strandings.

Box Tree Moth Invasion: UK Gardens Under Threat

British gardens are under siege from the invasive Box Tree Moth, whose caterpillars are decimating prized box hedges. Experts warn of 'ecological disaster' as the pest spreads rapidly across the UK.

Scottish Fishermen Land Rare Pacific Bluefin Tuna

In an unprecedented event, Scottish fishermen have successfully landed a prized Pacific bluefin tuna off the coast of Scotland, a species typically found in warmer waters thousands of miles away, sparking excitement and scientific intrigue.

The Common Pest Destroying British Lawns

Gardeners across the UK are facing a silent invasion. Discover the identity of this common lawn-wrecking pest and the expert-approved methods to banish it for good and save your green space.

Acidic Oceans Eroding Shark Teeth, Study Reveals

New scientific research reveals a hidden crisis as rising CO2 levels are acidifying our oceans, causing significant damage to shark teeth and threatening their ability to hunt and feed effectively.

Giant Barrel Jellyfish Appear in UK Waters

Enormous barrel jellyfish, some measuring over a metre and weighing up to 40kg, are appearing in unprecedented numbers around the British coastline, creating both concern and fascination among marine experts.

Dolphin Attacks on Swimmers Spike: UK Safety Warning

Marine experts issue urgent warnings as normally placid dolphins commit a series of vicious, unprovoked assaults on swimmers along British coastlines. The disturbing trend leaves scientists baffled and authorities urging caution.

UK Whale & Dolphin Strandings Surge 15-Fold

Exclusive report reveals a shocking 15-fold surge in whale, dolphin, and porpoise strandings across the UK since 1913. Scientists point to human activity, including naval sonar and fishing, as a primary cause, demanding urgent government action.

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