Rare Takahe Chick Hatches in New Zealand
A critically endangered takahe chick has hatched in New Zealand, a significant victory for conservationists. Discover how this rare bird is defying extinction.
A critically endangered takahe chick has hatched in New Zealand, a significant victory for conservationists. Discover how this rare bird is defying extinction.
Biologists have identified a new orange toad species in Brazil's cloud forests, measuring under 14mm. The discovery highlights urgent conservation needs in the Atlantic Forest.
Scientists have discovered a new orange toad species in Brazil so small it can fit on a pencil tip. They are calling for urgent conservation efforts to protect the endangered creature and its habitat.
Explore the year's most spectacular dinosaur finds, from a spiny 'punk rock' ankylosaur to the final proof of Nanotyrannus. A golden era of palaeontology continues to captivate the UK and beyond.
The Trump administration is moving to weaken the Endangered Species Act, a move critics warn could push vulnerable wildlife closer to extinction. Discover the implications.
An incredibly rare pink grasshopper, a genetic marvel, has been found in New Zealand's Mackenzie Basin. Discover the story behind this unique insect and its fight for survival.
From India's toxic air health emergency to new species in Uganda. Stay informed on the world's top stories this Friday. Read the full global news briefing now.
Scientists discover seven new frog-like leafhopper species in Uganda's Kibale National Park after detailed genital examination confirms they are new to science.
Dr Alvin Helden discovers seven new leafhopper species in Uganda's rainforest. The breakthrough came from examining their unique genitalia. A fitting tribute to his mother.
A routine dog walk turned into a nightmare discovery when a walker stumbled upon human remains in a peaceful nature reserve, sparking a major police investigation.
Dangerous Asian hornets with potentially fatal stings have been confirmed in multiple UK locations, sparking urgent government warnings and eradication efforts.
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.
A routine drain clearance at Bluewater shopping centre reveals a mysterious Roman-era bracelet bearing the name 'Pandora', leaving archaeologists and staff utterly speechless.
A Minneapolis Target store was abruptly evacuated after employees discovered what appeared to be pre-Columbian Mexican artefacts in a staff break room, sparking a major police response and archaeological investigation.
Groundbreaking research reveals the iconic Tyrannosaurus rex should be reclassified into three separate species, challenging decades of dinosaur understanding.
Scientists exploring Japan's deep ocean trenches have uncovered astonishing new species thriving in one of the planet's most extreme environments - the volatile Ring of Fire.
A routine kitchen renovation in the UK took an extraordinary turn when a homeowner discovered a fully intact safe hidden behind his cupboards. The mysterious find has sparked curiosity and speculation about what treasures might lie within.
In an extraordinary botanical discovery, the elusive 'ghost plant' has flowered against all odds in a California state park, stunning conservationists and offering hope for rare species survival.
Scientists have uncovered two remarkable new species - a miniature frog and a cryptic gecko - thriving in the unique ecosystem of Duan Island, revealing nature's hidden wonders.
The IUCN's latest Red List update reveals a devastating biodiversity crisis, with Madagascar's lemurs and Arctic breeding birds among those pushed closer to extinction.
A groundbreaking fossil discovery in Queensland rewrites history, revealing 15 previously unknown marsupial species that vanished after arriving in Australia millions of years ago.
In a chilling discovery from Ecuador, scientists have identified a new genus of parasitic wasp that performs a real-life horror show, hijacking a spider's body to use as a protective 'zombie puppet' for its young.
NASA's Perseverance rover has detected the most compelling evidence for potential life on Mars yet, discovering a mysterious gas that on Earth is exclusively produced by living organisms.
Tom Phillips, a New Zealand father, issues a chilling public plea for the return of his three children, missing for over two years, following a violent shooting incident in Maramarua that left three police officers injured. The desperate search continues
The bodies of an elderly couple were discovered in the basement of their Queens home, prompting a major police investigation into the mysterious circumstances surrounding their deaths.
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.
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 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.
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
A trophy hunter has sparked fury after killing one of the UK's only known albino deer, a majestic and protected stag, on a Scottish estate. Conservationists and locals condemn the 'senseless' act.