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Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Meet the contenders

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns with remarkable contenders facing urgent conservation challenges. Discover the surprising frontrunners and why this vote matters more than ever for Australia's unique wildlife.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025 Winner Crowned

The people have spoken! Discover which remarkable Australian bird has claimed the coveted 2025 Bird of the Year title in this thrilling conservation celebration that's captured the nation's heart.

Tawny Frogmouth wins 2025 Bird of the Year crown

Australia's elusive Tawny Frogmouth has soared to victory in the 2025 Bird of the Year competition, captivating voters with its remarkable camouflage abilities and nocturnal mystique.

Australian Magpie wins Bird of the Year 2025 title

The iconic Australian Magpie has swooped to victory in The Guardian Australia's 2025 Bird of the Year competition, securing the title after an unprecedented public vote that captivated the nation.

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Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Who Will Win?

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, pitting iconic species against each other in a battle for avian supremacy that captures the nation's heart.

Pine Martens Return to Exmoor After 150 Years

In a landmark conservation effort, eighteen elusive pine martens have been reintroduced to Exmoor's woodlands, marking their return after disappearing from the region over a century ago.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Voting Open

The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative

Vote for Australian Bird of the Year 2025

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, featuring 50 remarkable native species vying for the coveted title. Discover the contenders and make your voice heard in this celebration of Australia's extraordinary avian diversit

Magpie Swooping Season Returns: Cyclists Main Targets

As Australia's notorious magpie swooping season begins, cyclists emerge as primary targets with reported attacks rising. Experts warn of increased aggression during breeding season and share essential safety tips for pedestrians and riders alike.

Dinner lady wins £3m dream home in Omaze draw

A school dinner lady from Cornwall has become an instant millionaire after winning a stunning £3 million mansion in the Omaze property lottery, with her husband declaring 'I'm never going to work again!'

Berlin's goshawk blueprint could transform UK cities

Discover how Berlin's successful urban goshawk conservation strategy provides a revolutionary model for rewilding British cities and restoring these magnificent birds of prey to our urban landscapes.

My unexpected bond with local jackdaws

Discover the heartwarming story of a countryside dweller's extraordinary relationship with a family of wild jackdaws, revealing the surprising intelligence and personality of these often-overlooked corvids.

Aggressive sea lion terrorises California beachgoers

Dramatic footage captures the moment a massive sea lion chased terrified swimmers and sunbathers from a popular California beach, with wildlife experts warning of increasing marine mammal aggression.

Pheasant Coucal's shock Bird of the Year victory stuns experts

In a stunning upset, Australia's 'feathered wrecking ball' - the pheasant coucal - has bulldozed its way to Bird of the Year victory, leaving traditional favourites in its dust and sparking both celebration and bewilderment among bird enthusiasts.

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.

Exiled Black Swan Returns to Stratford-upon-Avon

The beloved black swan of Stratford-upon-Avon has made a dramatic return after being exiled from the River Avon, sparking joy and relief among local residents and wildlife enthusiasts.

Zoo owner blames Labour tax for wildlife park sale

Exotic zoo proprietor Ben Mee reveals he must sell his £2.75m wildlife sanctuary housing zebras, capybaras and American bison, directly blaming Rachel Reeves' inheritance tax policies for the devastating decision.

Maine Stray Cat Adopts Baby Raccoon in Viral Story

A remarkable story unfolds in Pembroke, Maine, where a stray cat's incredible journey of survival and unexpected friendship with a baby raccoon has captured hearts on social media and sparked a community-wide rescue mission.

UK Wild Bird Populations in Alarming Decline

New government data reveals devastating declines in UK wild bird populations, with species like greenfinches and swifts in catastrophic freefall, prompting urgent conservation warnings.

Melbourne sewage farm becomes bird haven for 300 species

Discover the remarkable transformation of the Western Treatment Plant in Melbourne from a utilitarian sewage facility into a globally significant sanctuary for over 300 species of birds, rivalling some of the world's most famous wetlands.

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