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Minnesota Lake Overrun by Giant Dumped Pet Goldfish

A Minnesota lake faces an ecological disaster as thousands of giant, invasive goldfish, dumped by pet owners, multiply and threaten the native ecosystem. Officials are now battling to contain the problem.

Deadly Beetle Larvae Found in Baby Nappies Sparks Crisis

Australian authorities issue a major biosecurity warning after discovering destructive Khapra beetle larvae in baby nappy products. The invasive species poses a severe threat to agriculture and stored food supplies.

Invasive Insect Swarms Detected on US Weather Radar

Massive swarms of the invasive Spotted Lanternfly are appearing on weather radar systems along America's East Coast, raising serious biosecurity and agricultural concerns as the species rapidly expands its territory.

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.

5 Garden Plants That Can Destroy Your Home

UK gardening experts issue a stark warning over five popular plants, including Bamboo and Ivy, that can cause severe structural damage and devalue your property. Learn how to identify and manage these invasive species.

Killer Asian Hornets Invasion: UK on High Alert

Britain faces a growing threat from invasive Asian hornets as experts warn of potential ecological disaster and public health crisis. Urgent warnings issued to report sightings immediately.

5 Plants You Should Never Grow - Gardening Expert Warning

A leading UK gardening expert has exposed the top 5 problematic plants that could ruin your garden. Discover which invasive species and high-maintenance plants to avoid for a healthier, easier-to-manage outdoor space.

Garden mistake could land you with a £5k fine

UK gardeners are being warned about a costly summer error involving invasive plants that could lead to massive fines and legal trouble. Learn how to identify and safely remove them.

Liberal Senator's defiant stand on net zero and wildlife

South Australian Liberal Senator Andrew McLachlan launches an impassioned defence of Australia's net zero target and calls for stronger action to protect endangered species, putting him at odds with his own party's climate sceptics.

Koala Habitat Loss Reveals 'Total Failure' of Nature Laws

Shocking new data reveals a catastrophic loss of koala habitats in New South Wales and Queensland, with conservation groups branding Australia's environmental protection laws a 'total failure' as land clearing skyrockets.

US permits capture of endangered manta rays in Florida

US wildlife authorities have granted permits allowing the capture of endangered giant manta rays from Florida's coastal waters for public aquarium display, sparking fierce debate among conservationists.

UK's £1m Japanese Knotweed nightmare revealed

Homeowners across Britain are facing financial ruin as the invasive Japanese Knotweed spreads uncontrollably, with removal costs soaring into the millions and property values plummeting. Experts warn the plant is creating 'impenetrable jungles' and devast

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.

Gardeners' Warning Over Destructive 'Runaway' Plant

Experts issue urgent warning over popular but invasive ornamental plant that can destroy property, damage ecosystems, and cost thousands to remove. Is this botanical bully lurking in your garden?

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.

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.

Tourist sparks outrage after jumping on whale shark

A viral video captures a tourist in the Philippines leaping from a boat onto the back of a vulnerable whale shark, sparking outrage from marine conservationists and authorities who have launched an investigation.

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