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Orcas Attack and Damage Yacht Off Portuguese Coast

A pod of aggressive orcas has attacked and damaged a sailing yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar, marking the latest in a series of concerning encounters between killer whales and vessels in the region.

Orcas Ram Yacht Off Portuguese Coast in Dramatic Attack

A pod of orcas has targeted a sailing yacht near the coast of Portugal, ramming the vessel's hull repeatedly in a startling encounter that left the crew shaken but unharmed. The latest incident adds to a growing pattern of mysterious interactions between

Orcas Sink Tourist Boat in Terrifying Strait Attack

Dramatic footage captures the shocking moment a pod of orcas deliberately rams and sinks a 50-foot tourist vessel in the Gibraltar Strait, raising concerns about increasing marine encounters.

Discover the UK's Most Thrilling Wildlife Safaris

Forget long-haul flights. Our expert guide reveals the most spectacular UK wildlife safaris, from spotting red squirrels in Scotland to swimming with seals in Cornwall. Your next great adventure is closer than you think.

UK's Marine Sanctuaries Ravaged by Bottom Trawling

Exclusive investigation reveals how destructive bottom trawling fleets are operating with impunity in Britain's protected marine zones, demolishing seabed ecosystems and undermining conservation efforts.

Bubble Barrier Saves Australia's Giant Cuttlefish from Dolphins

Marine scientists are pioneering a revolutionary bubble curtain technology in South Australia's Spencer Gulf to protect the world's only known mass breeding aggregation of giant cuttlefish from predatory dolphins, offering new hope for this vulnerable spe

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 Whale Dies After Cornwall Stranding Tragedy

A desperate race against time to save a rare Cuvier's beaked whale on a Cornish beach ended in tragedy, as rescuers were unable to move the distressed animal to safety. The incident has sparked an important conversation about marine wildlife strandings.

Badger's Brutal Night-Time Assault on Wasp Nest

A forensic examination of a mysterious woodland clearing reveals a brutal, hidden battle between a fearless honey badger and a formidable wasp colony. Discover the aftermath of this epic clash of titans.

Scottish Fishermen Land Rare Pacific Bluefin Tuna

In an unprecedented event, Scottish fishermen have successfully landed a prized Pacific bluefin tuna off the coast of Scotland, a species typically found in warmer waters thousands of miles away, sparking excitement and scientific intrigue.

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.

Killer Whales Force Sailors to Stay in Port in Spain

Mariners along Spain's coast are facing a new and terrifying threat as pods of aggressive killer whales have shifted their attacks from deep waters into shockingly shallow bays, prompting urgent safety warnings to avoid sailing altogether.

Acidic Oceans Eroding Shark Teeth, Study Reveals

New scientific research reveals a hidden crisis as rising CO2 levels are acidifying our oceans, causing significant damage to shark teeth and threatening their ability to hunt and feed effectively.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2025 Winners Unveiled

The Natural History Museum unveils the breathtaking winners of the prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2025 competition, showcasing extraordinary moments from the natural world that highlight both its splendour and vulnerability.

'Extinct' False Catshark Rediscovered After Decades

In a stunning marine biology breakthrough, a shark species thought to be extinct for decades, the False Catshark, has been miraculously rediscovered off the coast of Scotland, rewriting conservation science.

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