Gardener Uses Wattlebirds to Fight Climate Pests in Melbourne

Andrew Herrick in Parkdale, Melbourne, battles fruit fly and codling moth worsened by global warming. By inviting territorial wattlebirds into his garden, he deters harmful birds and insects, preserving his apricot and apple harvests sustainably.

Cows Defeat Robots in High-Tech Dairy Farm Trial

A trial of automated milking robots on an Australian dairy farm faced immediate setbacks as cows aggressively disrupted the technology, raising questions about its practical implementation.

One Weekly Task to Keep Basil Alive All Year

Discover the easy secret to maintaining fresh basil and other kitchen herbs year-round with minimal weekly effort. Learn the crucial difference between leafy and woody herbs.

Ancient Lizard Morphs Threatened by Aggressive Newcomer in Italy

A new, larger, and more aggressive morph of the common wall lizard, known as nigriventris, is disrupting a delicate balance that has existed for millions of years in Italy. Researchers warn this could drive the original white, yellow, and orange colour va

Water Firms' 1,200 Pollution Convictions, No CEO Charges

English water companies have accumulated nearly 1,200 criminal convictions for pollution offences, but not a single chief executive has faced prosecution. The privatised system faces mounting criticism as sewage spills and public health crises escalate.

E-Waste Chemicals Found in Dolphin Brains: Study

A new study reveals liquid crystal monomers from household electronics are accumulating in the brains of dolphins and porpoises in the Indo-Pacific, crossing the blood-brain barrier and posing neurological risks.

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