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Ladybird invasion: Hundreds swarm UK home

A British homeowner's property became the scene of an extraordinary natural phenomenon when hundreds of ladybirds suddenly appeared, clustering on walls and windows in a spectacular display that has left experts explaining the unusual behaviour.

Perfect dinosaur footprints found in Oxfordshire quarry

Spectacular 166-million-year-old dinosaur footprints, described as 'the most detailed ever found in the UK', have been discovered in a working Oxfordshire quarry, offering unprecedented insights into Middle Jurassic life.

Giant Neanderthal Skeleton Discovered in Spain

Archaeologists uncover colossal 200,000-year-old Neanderthal skeleton in Spain, revealing surprising new insights about our ancient cousins' physical stature and evolution.

Prehistoric 'Sea Dragon' Fossil Found on Dorset Coast

A spectacular 152-million-year-old marine reptile fossil, nicknamed the 'sea dragon' for its enormous size and fearsome teeth, has been unearthed by dedicated fossil hunters along Dorset's famous Jurassic Coast.

Massive Ladybird Swarm Blankets UK Coastlines

Extraordinary invasion of millions of ladybirds hits UK coastlines, creating stunning crimson spectacles as unusual weather patterns trigger mass migration ahead of winter.

Hoverflies use oil rigs as migration pit stops

Groundbreaking research reveals how migrating hoverflies are using offshore oil and gas installations as crucial rest stops during their remarkable trans-North Sea journeys between the UK and Europe.

Praying Mantis Invasion Stuns Cornwall Residents

A remarkable praying mantis discovery in Mousehole, Cornwall has left wildlife experts baffled as the tropical insect appears thousands of miles from its natural habitat during unusual warm spell.

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