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Asian Hornet Invasion: UK on High Alert

Dangerous Asian hornets with potentially fatal stings have been confirmed in multiple UK locations, sparking urgent government warnings and eradication efforts.

Bird Flu Food Safety Warning for Thanksgiving

As Brits prepare for festive gatherings, health officials issue urgent guidance on protecting against the H5N1 bird flu strain through proper poultry handling and cooking safety measures.

Ice Age Fish Survives 11,000 Years in Scottish Loch

Scientists discover Britain's rarest freshwater fish, the vendace, thriving in Loch Skeen 11,000 years after the Ice Age. The climate-resistant species offers hope for conservation efforts.

Australia's biodiversity crisis deepens despite laws

Australia's flagship environmental legislation is under fire as new analysis reveals alarming biodiversity decline despite conservation efforts. Experts warn urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible ecological damage.

Why Birds Keep Returning to Your Garden

Discover the hidden reasons birds flock to certain gardens and learn professional tips to transform your outdoor space into a wildlife sanctuary.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Meet the contenders

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns with remarkable contenders facing urgent conservation challenges. Discover the surprising frontrunners and why this vote matters more than ever for Australia's unique wildlife.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025 Winner Crowned

The people have spoken! Discover which remarkable Australian bird has claimed the coveted 2025 Bird of the Year title in this thrilling conservation celebration that's captured the nation's heart.

Tawny Frogmouth wins 2025 Bird of the Year crown

Australia's elusive Tawny Frogmouth has soared to victory in the 2025 Bird of the Year competition, captivating voters with its remarkable camouflage abilities and nocturnal mystique.

Slender-billed Curlew declared extinct

The slender-billed curlew, once a migratory marvel across Europe and the UK, has been officially declared extinct after decades without confirmed sightings, marking another devastating blow to global biodiversity.

NZ Tūī Bird's Epic 5,200km Flight Stuns Scientists

In an extraordinary avian discovery, a New Zealand tūī bird has been tracked flying thousands of miles to South America, rewriting what scientists thought possible about the species' migratory capabilities.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Top 10 Finalists

Discover the remarkable avian contenders battling for Australia's prestigious Bird of the Year 2025 crown, from iconic cockatoos to endangered eagles in this conservation-focused competition.

Red List: 25% of bird species now threatened

New IUCN Red List reveals alarming declines in global bird populations, with Arctic seals and green turtles also facing heightened threats. Conservation experts warn of accelerating biodiversity loss worldwide.

Rare White-throated Needletail Spotted in Yorkshire

Bird enthusiasts flock to East Yorkshire nature reserve after spotting one of Britain's rarest avian visitors - the swift white-throated needletail, making its first appearance in over a decade.

Swiss Alpine Meadows Lose 60% of Plant Species

Groundbreaking research exposes how intensive farming is devastating Switzerland's iconic grassland ecosystems, with nearly 60% of plant species disappearing from some areas.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Who Will Win?

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, pitting iconic species against each other in a battle for avian supremacy that captures the nation's heart.

Australia's rarest bird of prey faces silent extinction

Australia's rarest bird of prey, the Red Goshawk, is vanishing without public notice. Conservationists reveal how habitat destruction and bureaucratic inertia are pushing this magnificent raptor to the brink.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Voting Open

The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative

Vote for Australian Bird of the Year 2025

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, featuring 50 remarkable native species vying for the coveted title. Discover the contenders and make your voice heard in this celebration of Australia's extraordinary avian diversit

Australian Bird of the Year: Beyond the Popular Vote

Discover how Australia's beloved Bird of the Year competition has evolved into a powerful conservation movement, raising awareness about threatened species and driving environmental action beyond the popular vote.

My unexpected bond with local jackdaws

Discover the heartwarming story of a countryside dweller's extraordinary relationship with a family of wild jackdaws, revealing the surprising intelligence and personality of these often-overlooked corvids.

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