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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.

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.

US School Board Erupts Over 'Butterfly' Transgender Lesson

A US school board meeting descended into chaos as parents confronted officials over a controversial 'gender diversity' lesson for young children, where a teacher allegedly used a 'butterfly metaphor' to explain transitioning. Charlie Kirk's post ignited t

Eamonn Holmes' Red Carpet Debut With New Girlfriend

Eamonn Holmes and his new partner, Katie Alexander, made their first major public appearance together at the Butterfly Ball in London, presenting a united front amidst his ongoing divorce from Ruth Langsford.

2025's Top UK Butterflies Revealed in Big Count

The results are in for the UK's 2025 Big Butterfly Count, revealing which species are thriving and which are facing challenges. Discover the colourful winners and surprising trends in this year's nationwide wildlife survey.

UK Butterfly Numbers Plummet to Record Low

The Big Butterfly Count 2024 reveals a catastrophic decline in UK butterfly populations, with numbers hitting an all-time low. Conservationists warn of an unfolding biodiversity crisis.

Knapweed Sparks UK Butterfly Revival

A stunning conservation success story unfolds in the UK as the once-declining Dark Green Fritillary butterfly makes a remarkable comeback, thanks to a vibrant purple carpet of knapweed.

Flesh-Eating Wasps Invade New York and Oregon

Exclusive: Invasive 'flesh-eating' wasp species, the invasive horntail, is spreading alarmingly across New York and Oregon. Scientists warn of ecological devastation and urgent public vigilance as this parasitic insect threatens native ecosystems.

Breathtaking Photography Book Reveals the Soul of Elephants

Discover 'A Picture to Walk the Earth' – a stunning visual odyssey by photographer David Guerrero that reveals the profound emotional world and fragile existence of elephants, from the deserts of Namibia to the plains of Kenya.

Borneo's Big-Nosed Monkey Faces Extinction

New research reveals the surprising evolutionary secrets behind the Proboscis monkey's enormous nose and the grave conservation threats pushing this unique species towards extinction.

Rare Ghost Orchid Discovery Stuns Kent Walker

A woman in Kent couldn't believe her eyes after discovering an incredibly rare and protected Ghost Orchid during a woodland walk, a flower so elusive it's dubbed the 'holy grail' for UK plant spotters.

This Morning Guest Identifies as a Pomeranian

ITV's This Morning descends into farce as a caller identifying as a 'trans-species' Pomeranian dog sparks a heated debate between hosts and a stunned psychologist, leaving viewers utterly bewildered.

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.

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.

Sports field closed after bird lays egg on halfway line

A protected bird species, the masked lapwing, has forced the indefinite closure of a Melbourne sports field after laying a single egg directly on the halfway line, sparking a clash between local sport and wildlife conservation.

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