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New Miniature Toad Species Found in Brazil

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.

Asian Hornet Invasion: UK on High Alert

Dangerous Asian hornets with potentially fatal stings have been confirmed in multiple UK locations, sparking urgent government warnings and eradication efforts.

Ice Age Fish Survives 11,000 Years in Scottish Loch

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.

Ultra-rare white Iberian lynx filmed first time in Spain

In an extraordinary wildlife breakthrough, conservationists have captured unprecedented footage of a mythical white Iberian lynx roaming through southern Spain, marking a historic moment for the endangered species.

Search for rare giant moth in Australian rainforest

A massive search operation is underway in Australia's subtropical rainforests as scientists and volunteers desperately seek the spectacular Southern Pink Underwing moth, one of the continent's most elusive and magnificent insects.

Rare 50p Coin Sells for £113 at Auction

A scarce 2009 Kew Gardens 50p coin has sold for over double its face value in a recent auction, sparking renewed interest in coin collecting across the UK.

Baby Numbats Spark Hope for Endangered Species

Conservationists celebrate as vulnerable baby numbats emerge in Western Australia, signalling potential recovery for the termite-eating marsupial once hunted to near-extinction.

Rare 1p Coin Sells For Astonishing £127,000

A seemingly ordinary 1p coin, minted with a unique error in 1983, has just sold at auction for a staggering £127,000, making it one of the most valuable modern coins in the UK.

Rare Kew Gardens 50p coin sells for astonishing £6,800

An extremely rare Kew Gardens 50p coin has been sold for a staggering £6,800 at auction, making it one of the most valuable modern coins in circulation. Discover why this tiny piece of change is a numismatic superstar.

Rare UK Coins Worth a Fortune: Check Your Change

Discover the rare and valuable coins hiding in your pocket. From the Kew Gardens 50p to the Olympic football 50p, our guide reveals the UK's most sought-after coins that could be worth thousands.

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.

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.

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