Zoo animal poo key to fighting future pandemics
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Prince William's Surprise Visit to Natural History Museum
The Prince of Wales made an unannounced visit to London's Natural History Museum to champion the Urban Nature Project, highlighting his commitment to UK conservation and creating accessible green spaces for communities.
RHS & Natural History Museum to DNA barcode all UK plants
The Royal Horticultural Society and the Natural History Museum embark on a groundbreaking partnership to create a DNA barcode library for UK flora, enhancing conservation efforts and scientific research.
Mexico's Jaguar Population Surges in Conservation Success
In a major victory for wildlife conservation, Mexico's jaguar population has surged by nearly 20% in just eight years. Discover how a national strategy is bringing the Americas' largest big cat back from the brink.
Indigenous Women: The Guardians of Ancestral Lands
Across the globe, Indigenous women are at the forefront of a vital struggle, defending their communities, ancestral lands, and cultural heritage against environmental destruction and corporate exploitation. Discover their powerful stories of resilience.
Countryfile urges schools to install wildlife ponds for learning
Countryfile Magazine champions a transformative educational initiative, urging UK primary schools to install wildlife ponds. Discover how this simple addition could revolutionise outdoor learning, biodiversity, and children's mental wellbeing.
Treasure Hunting on Britain's Chalk Downlands
Join a journey across the UK's chalk grasslands, where a simple scan reveals a hidden world of rare orchids, butterflies, and a rich tapestry of biodiversity fighting for survival.
Abolish Forestry Corp Over Endangered Species Failures
Environmental groups are demanding the immediate abolition of the state-owned Forestry Corporation of NSW, accusing it of systematic failures to protect endangered species and comply with its own logging rules, pushing ecosystems to the brink.
Amazon Tribes Forge Historic Pact Against Deforestation
In a landmark move for conservation, 14 Indigenous communities from Peru and Colombia forge a historic alliance to combat illegal logging and mining, safeguarding a vital corridor of the Amazon rainforest.
Somerset's fight to save its vanishing eels
A groundbreaking project in Somerset is blending cutting-edge environmental DNA testing with centuries-old local folklore to rescue the region's critically endangered eel population from the brink.
Wildflower Garden Sparks Hilarious Neighbour Spat on Reddit
A homeowner's attempt to boost biodiversity with a wildflower garden has sparked a furious neighbourhood dispute after a complaint labelled it an 'eyesore'. The online debate reveals a growing cultural clash over modern gardening trends in the UK.
Somerset's Fragrant Floodplain: A Habitat Success Story
A remarkable transformation on the Somerset Levels proves that with careful restoration, nature can make a triumphant comeback, offering a sensory feast and a haven for wildlife.
Rare 'Sailback Houndshark' Discovered in UK Waters
In a stunning marine discovery, scientists have identified a new species of shark, the Sailback Houndshark, off the UK coast, rewriting what we know about British marine biodiversity.
Wild Bees Balance Nutrition Through Diverse Flower Selection
Groundbreaking UK research reveals wild bees actively seek diverse flower types to balance their nutritional intake, challenging long-held beliefs about pollinator behaviour.
Nature's Survivor: A Toad's Triumph in the Harvest Stubble
A remarkable discovery in a Northumberland stubble field reveals the incredible survival story of a common toad, offering a poignant glimpse into the hidden wildlife dramas unfolding after the combine harvesters leave.
Beyond the Doom: Finding Joy in Nature's Story
A powerful new perspective on environmental storytelling urges us to look beyond narratives of loss and despair, celebrating the wonder, resilience, and sheer absurdity of nature that still exists all around us.
One Flower To Transform Your Lawn & Save Bees
Gardening experts reveal how a single addition to your lawn can create a thriving ecosystem, supporting bees, butterflies, and boosting your garden's health.
21 Million Trees Set to Transform Scottish Highlands by 2035
The Scottish Government has unveiled a landmark strategy to plant 21 million trees across the Highlands, aiming to combat climate change, restore native woodlands, and boost biodiversity by 2035.
Rare Highland Thatched Roof: A Vanishing Ecosystem
A rare glimpse of a traditional Highland thatched roof offers a poignant reminder of Scotland's vanishing architectural heritage and the delicate ecosystems these structures support.
Pollinator Pathways: Turning Urban Wastelands into Bee Havens
Discover how a grassroots movement is creating vibrant 'bee buffets' in forgotten urban spaces, from London's alleyways to Sheffield's neglected corners, boosting biodiversity and reconnecting communities with nature.
Four Giraffe Species Discovered in Genetic Breakthrough
Groundbreaking DNA research reveals Africa's giraffes belong to four separate species, rewriting biology textbooks and transforming conservation efforts for these majestic creatures.
UK Alert: Invasive French Molluscs Threaten Waterways
Marine experts sound the alarm over a surge in invasive mollusc species from France, posing a severe threat to the UK's ecosystem, water pipes, and boat hulls. Urgent action is demanded.
Climate heat pushes monkeys and marine life to extinction brink
Exclusive: A shocking new report details the horrifying reality of how extreme heatwaves are driving animals to the edge of extinction, from monkeys collapsing in India to mass marine die-offs.
Butterfly Emergency: 43% Decline in England
A shocking new report from the UK government shows a catastrophic 43% decline in England's butterfly populations, with habitat loss and climate change pushing species to the brink.
Are we causing the sixth mass extinction?
Scientists warn that human activity is accelerating biodiversity loss at an unprecedented rate, pushing Earth towards a sixth mass extinction event.
Urban wildlife haven thrives on city's edge
Discover a thriving wildlife sanctuary just beyond the urban sprawl, where nature flourishes against the odds.
River Avon gets top environmental protection status
The River Avon has been designated as a Highly Protected Water Area (HPWA), marking a significant step in conservation efforts to safeguard its biodiversity and water quality.
UK countryside alive with fluttering butterflies this summer
The British countryside is experiencing a remarkable surge in butterfly populations, evoking nostalgic memories of summers past. Discover the species thriving this season and what it means for local ecosystems.
Rare bats found in Grand Teton National Park
Scientists have identified a rare bat species in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park, marking a significant milestone for wildlife conservation efforts.
Global fungal map unveiled to boost forest restoration
A pioneering study has mapped the world's mycorrhizal fungi networks, offering a game-changing tool for restoring degraded forests and combating climate change.
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