Wildlife Week: Otters, Owls, and Global Animal Snapshots
From UK otters finding joy in donated Christmas trees to a snowy owl enduring -30°C in China, explore this week's stunning global wildlife photographs and conservation stories.
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Critically Endangered Manumea Bird Sighted in Samoa
The manumea, the closest living relative to the extinct dodo, has been seen in a Samoan rainforest for the first time since 2020. Discover the vital role this bird plays and why its survival is critical.
UK drivers discover what strange motorway wires are for
UK drivers have been left stunned after learning the true purpose of the 'strange' wire gantries spanning roads. Discover the surprising wildlife solution and the debate surrounding its effectiveness.
SeaWorld's Killer Whale Katina Dies Aged 50
SeaWorld Orlando announces the death of its beloved orca, Katina, aged 50. The park's final generation of performing whales continues to dwindle. Read more about her legacy.
Mike Alexander's lifelong conservation legacy remembered
Discover how Mike Alexander's childhood dream of becoming Skomer Island warden led to global conservation impact and lasting environmental legacy in Wales.
How Turkey Trades Became a Conservation Success
Discover how US states traded wild turkeys for other animals like moose and otters, reviving populations from just thousands to 7 million birds. Explore this ingenious conservation story.
Prince William at Tusk Conservation Awards with Ronnie Wood
Prince William hosted the 2025 Tusk Conservation Awards, honouring African wildlife protectors. The royal shared a light-hearted moment with Rolling Stones star Ronnie Wood and his wife.
William's children love Fawlty Towers, he tells Cleese
Prince William shared a light-hearted moment with John Cleese, revealing his children adore the classic comedy Fawlty Towers. The exchange occurred at the Tusk Conservation Awards in London.
William tells John Cleese his children love Fawlty Towers
The Prince of Wales shared a charming moment with John Cleese, revealing his children are huge fans of Fawlty Towers. Discover the highlights from the Tusk Conservation Awards in London.
Prince William hosts Tusk Conservation Awards 2025
The Prince of Wales hosted the 13th Tusk Conservation Awards, celebrating African conservationists. He was seen sharing a joke with Rolling Stones' Ronnie Wood. Discover the winners.
Prince William meets young marine conservationists
The Prince of Wales visited Colwyn Bay to commend the Marine Conservation Society's Youth Ocean Network for their vital work protecting Wales' precious coastline and marine life.
Canadian Grizzly Bear Attack Injures 11, Search Continues
Three heroic teachers fought off a grizzly bear attacking schoolchildren in British Columbia. Eleven people were injured in the rare encounter. Read the full story.
Scientist leads fight to protect sacred Pacific island
Respected ocean scientist Dr Katy Soapi helped lead a successful community campaign to protect Tetepare Island from logging, creating a model for Pacific conservation. Discover how traditional knowledge and science unite to preserve heritage.
Toxic newts, rescued gibbons and baby flying foxes dazzle
This week's wildlife spectacle showcases nature's incredible diversity - from a poisonous newt's vibrant warning colours to heartwarming rescues and the adorable emergence of baby flying foxes.
Toxic newts, rescued gibbons and baby flying foxes
This week's wildlife spectacle showcases nature's incredible diversity - from a poisonous newt's vibrant warning to heartwarming rescues and the delicate beauty of infant flying foxes.
Hippo's Magical Diwali Swim in Ganges River
In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus was captured swimming in India's sacred River Ganges during vibrant Diwali festivities, creating stunning visual contrasts between wildlife and cultural celebration.
Heroic woman saves stranded shark in Cornwall rescue
In an extraordinary display of courage and compassion, a woman wades into dangerous waters to rescue a beached shark and return it safely to the ocean off Cornwall's coast.
India's 'Lonely Elephant' Shankar Dies at Washington Zoo
Shankar, the iconic Asian elephant who captured hearts during 25 years at Washington DC's National Zoo, has passed away at approximately 48 years old, leaving behind a legacy of conservation awareness.
Climate crisis wipes out Colorado's beaver populations
Alarming decline in beaver populations across Colorado's national parks signals wider environmental crisis as drought and climate change take their toll.
Beth Pratt's Mission to Save Yosemite Wildlife
Discover how Beth Pratt, California's unlikely wildlife champion, is leading groundbreaking conservation efforts to restore Yosemite's natural balance through innovative corridors and community engagement.
Marmite shop stripes spark council planning battle
A defiant boutique owner in Somerset painted Marmite-inspired stripes on her shop front, triggering a bitter planning dispute with local authorities over conservation area rules.
Tiger's Tube Journey & Crab Migrations Amaze
From an Amur tiger's underground adventure to spectacular crab migrations and industrious Highland beavers - this week's wildlife spectacle showcases nature's remarkable resilience and adaptation.
Kent Big Cat Sanctuary Conducts Revolutionary Health Scans
A Kent wildlife sanctuary is pioneering big cat healthcare with comprehensive health scans for its magnificent residents, including lions, tigers, and cheetahs, in a bid to revolutionise animal welfare.
Trump's Alaska road plan threatens wildlife refuge
Former President Donald Trump's proposal to construct a road through Alaska's Izembek National Wildlife Refuge sparks environmental concerns and legal battles over protected wilderness areas.
Wildlife detectives hunt for missing rare animal with cameras
Wildlife experts have launched a major investigation after a rare and elusive mammal disappeared from its woodland home, deploying hidden cameras and tracking technology to solve the mystery.
Buffalo spotted swimming in Hudson River near Manhattan
In an astonishing wildlife encounter, a fully-grown buffalo was captured on video swimming across the Hudson River near Manhattan, leaving authorities and residents baffled about its origins.
Cincinnati Zoo's Asian Elephant Powell Dies at 44
The Cincinnati Zoo mourns the loss of Powell, their cherished Asian elephant, who passed away at 44 after battling age-related health issues. Discover the legacy of this magnificent creature.
Genetic Engineering: The New Frontier in Wildlife Conservation
Conservationists are turning to radical genetic engineering techniques to save wild animals from extinction. Explore the ethical dilemmas and scientific breakthroughs shaping the future of wildlife preservation.
David Edwards: Guardian of Britain's Ancient Forests
Tribute to environmental champion David Edwards, whose groundbreaking research and passionate advocacy transformed forest conservation policies across the UK and beyond.
Africa's ancient elephant highways blocked
New research reveals how century-old elephant migration corridors across Africa have been severed by human development, creating dangerous conflicts and threatening ancient behaviours passed down through generations.
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