Heatwave brings boom time for Bristol's professional mermaid
Bristol professional mermaid Hannah Pearl says the heatwave has made her busier than ever as she combines swimming with ocean conservation education.
Category : Conservation
Abandoned SeaLife centre explored with tanks still full after six years
Urban explorer films inside UK's first SeaLife centre abandoned since 2018, with tanks still full and animal feed left behind.
Gardeners urged to attract ladybirds for a vital reason
Ladybirds are among the best natural helpers in the garden, feeding on common pests and reducing the need for chemical control, an expert explains.
Rare UK plant rescued from public footpath in 'dramatic mission'
Starved wood-sedge, one of UK's rarest plants, saved from trampling on a Somerset footpath and moved to a nursery for propagation.
Suffolk wildfire: crews reduce appliances as appeal launched
Firefighters reduced appliances at Suffolk's Dunwich Heath wildfire after 'total devastation', as the National Trust launches a restoration appeal.
Brits warned over £300 fine for picking blackberries
Blackberry pickers are being warned they could face fines of up to £300 for foraging in the wrong places, according to ecology experts at Arbtech.
Map reveals scale of Dovestone Reservoir wildfire damage
Interactive maps show the scale of destruction at Dovestone Reservoir as a woman appears in court charged with arson and experts warn of an ecological emergency.
D&D Adults-Only Setting, WoW Crossover in Major Reveals
Dungeons & Dragons announced its first adults-only setting (Dark Sun, 18+), a full World of Warcraft crossover, and a two-year roadmap during Gen Con.
Dame Judi Dench urges council to reject Harrogate bottling plant expansion
Dame Judi Dench leads campaign against Harrogate Spring Water’s bottling plant expansion, which threatens community woodland planted by children.
Reform plan to expand quarry in ancient Kent woodland
Reform-led Kent council voted to include Oaken Wood in mineral sites plan, potentially razing 40 hectares of ancient woodland for quarry expansion, sparking outcry.
Peak District Signs Changed for Skoda Ad Sparks Backlash
Peak District bosses change road signs to 'Peaq District' for Skoda car advert, drawing criticism from locals over 'selling out' while citing funding cuts.
Beavers Create Wetlands That Boost Drought Resilience
Beaver wetlands in Devon remain lush even during drought, providing refuge for wildlife and helping humans by holding water, slowing flow, and reducing fire risk.
White-Tailed Eagles Return to Exmoor After 200 Years
White-tailed eagles return to Exmoor after 200 years as part of a reintroduction project led by Forestry England and the Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation.
Rare seabird breeding pairs hit 50-year high
Record 155 breeding pairs of Britain's rarest seabird, the Roseate tern, on Coquet Island in Northumberland, plus puffin numbers up 45%.
UK households urged to follow '9pm rule' for wasps
Pest experts advise the '9pm rule' to deter wasps: clear away leftover food, sugary drinks, and spills after outdoor meals to reduce attraction.
Seven Rare Species Found at National Trust for Scotland Sites
Seven rare species including corncrake chicks and a rare moth discovered at National Trust for Scotland sites in 2025, signalling conservation success.
Indonesia’s first giant panda cub Rio to make public debut
Indonesia's first giant panda cub, Rio, is set to make his public debut later this month, thriving at 169 days old.
English Heritage Plans Up to 200 Redundancies and Winter Closures of Historic Sites
English Heritage plans up to 200 job cuts and winter closures of historic sites due to financial pressures, affecting curators and 43 properties.
Charities Hail NatureScot Decision to Reject Guga Hunt
NatureScot recommends against granting a licence for the guga hunt on Sula Sgeir, citing conservation concerns; charities call for a permanent ban.
Bird Flu Local Transmission Confirmed in Australia
Australia confirms local transmission of H5N1 bird flu among birds, with detections on Kangaroo Island sparking fears for endangered sea lion population.
Endangered bat numbers drop 16% at key site
Exclusive: Scientists report about 5,000 fewer southern bent-wing bats at key maternity site in Naracoorte cave this summer, a 16% decline with unknown cause.
Bascule Bridge restoration final phase begins
Final phase of Swansea's Bascule Bridge restoration approved; 70-tonne span to be reinstated as footpath and cycle track.
Battle Lines Drawn Over Wind Farm on Yorkshire Dales Peat Moor
Locals oppose a 200m-tall wind farm on peat moor near Yorkshire Dales, citing landscape harm and wildlife loss despite government renewable targets.
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Thames Unfiltered: River health and sewage crisis podcast
The Thames Unfiltered podcast series investigates the River Thames health, sewage problems, and future solutions through six episodes featuring experts and campaigners.
Chester Zoo launches Earn Your Stripes tiger fundraiser
Chester Zoo launches Earn Your Stripes, a month-long fundraiser asking supporters to cover 5,000 miles and raise £10,000 to protect endangered tigers.
French wildfires rage near Bordeaux as heatwave peaks
French wildfires near Bordeaux continue to burn as a heatwave peaks at 41°C, forcing 4,000 more tourists to evacuate the Atlantic coast. The blaze has consumed 42,000 hectares.
Burnham speech on social care draws cross-party support
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will give a major speech on social care reform, calling it 'critical' as Alzheimer's Society CEO backs his plans. A cross-party meeting will follow.
Forest Ranger’s Top Camping Tip: Pack Comfortable Socks
Forest ranger Gerry O’Brien says comfortable socks are the essential camping item to keep warm in Britain’s changeable weather, plus tips for enjoying the outdoors.
Kansas Boy, 12, Discovers 80-Million-Year-Old Marine Fossil
12-year-old Kansas boy discovers 80-million-year-old marine reptile fossil on 4H club trip; fossil over 15 feet long.
Beaver kits born in Highlands after 400 years
At least two beaver kits have been born in Glen Affric, Scottish Highlands, marking the first time in 400 years that beavers have bred in the region.
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