1926 Debate: Should Gamekeepers Preserve Weasels and Stoats?
A 1926 country diary questions the wisdom of gamekeepers destroying weasels and stoats, arguing they control rats and benefit farms more than harm game.
Category : Wildlife
Locals Outraged by 'Trauma Tourists' Watching Cliff Home Demolitions
Residents of Thorpeness, Suffolk, demand that sightseers stop visiting to watch clifftop homes being demolished due to coastal erosion, calling their behavior disrespectful and invasive.
Gray Wolf Spotted in Los Angeles for First Time in 100 Years
A three-year-old female gray wolf has been documented in Los Angeles County, marking the first sighting in over a century as she travels hundreds of miles in search of a mate.
Leave Leaves to Help Robins Survive Winter Starvation
Wildlife experts urge gardeners to avoid tidying up leaves and sticks, as these natural piles create insect habitats that feed robins and other birds during harsh winter months when food is scarce.
Rare 'Alien-Like' Sea Creature Found on UK Beach by Child
A five-year-old boy discovered a rare Mediterranean sea hare, an alien-like winged creature, washed up on a Devon beach. Experts link its unusual UK appearance to warmer waters and increased storms.
England's Red Squirrel Population Decimated in Conservation Crisis
England's native red squirrel population has been decimated, with numbers plummeting due to habitat loss, disease, and competition from invasive grey squirrels, sparking urgent conservation efforts.
Fisherman Killed by Crocodile After Elephant Encounter in Zambia
A 52-year-old fisherman in eastern Zambia died after being attacked by a crocodile while trying to escape a herd of elephants during a fishing trip with friends.
Wildlife Week: Sloths, Iguanas, and a Fat Seal
This week's best wildlife photographs showcase cuddling sloths in Costa Rica, cold-stunned iguanas in Florida, and a massive elephant seal in Mexico, highlighting global conservation efforts.
Warning: Avoid This Food for Robins in February
Wildlife specialists issue urgent advice against feeding bread to robins during February, highlighting serious health risks including choking, digestive issues, and disease transmission.
Pesticide Harm to Wildlife Rises Globally Despite Warnings
A new study reveals that pesticide use is causing increasing harm to wildlife worldwide, with severe impacts on biodiversity, despite previous warnings calling for urgent action.
Florida's Frozen Iguanas Euthanised in Cold Snap
In Florida, a cold snap has led to frozen iguanas falling from trees, with many euthanised due to injuries. The invasive species poses risks to infrastructure and native wildlife.
Monkey Owners Fear Euthanasia Under New Licensing Rules
Primate owners in England face strict new licensing requirements demanding zoo-level standards, with fears seized animals could be euthanised due to lack of space in rescue centres.
Rare Red-Flanked Bluetail Spotted in Kent
A 'mega rarity' red-flanked bluetail bird has been sighted in Kent, thrilling UK birdwatchers. The colourful species, related to robins, is rarely seen in Southern England.
Seaweed Party on the Storm Beach in Country Diary
A naturalist observes a vibrant gathering of seaweed on a storm beach, highlighting the ecological richness and resilience of coastal environments after turbulent weather.
Quagga Mussel Invasion: Can We Stop Invasive Species?
A new podcast explores the rapid spread of quagga mussels in the UK, examining their environmental impact and the challenges of controlling invasive species.
Jaguar Wakes Conservationist in Amazon Jungle Encounter
US conservationist Paul Rosolie recounts a frightening moment when a jaguar woke him in the Peruvian Amazon, highlighting the power and fragility of jungle ecosystems.
Massive Crocodile Captured in Northern Territory Operation
Rangers in Australia's Northern Territory have successfully captured a large crocodile in a dramatic operation, highlighting ongoing wildlife management efforts in the region.
Firefighters Rescue Swan Frozen in Connecticut River
Norwalk firefighters performed a delicate ice rescue operation to free a swan whose feet were frozen into the Norwalk River, successfully saving the bird and transporting it to veterinary care.
John Barkham: UEA Ecologist and Teacher Dies Aged 82
John Barkham, the first ecologist at the University of East Anglia, has died at 82. An innovative educator and lifelong naturalist, he shaped environmental science teaching and conservation efforts across Norfolk and beyond.
German Wolf Faces Death for Being 'Too Friendly'
A wild wolf in Germany's Black Forest faces execution after showing 'atypical behaviour' by approaching walkers and posing for photos, sparking a major legal battle.
Create Hedgehog Highways in Your Garden, Urges WWF
The WWF is urging UK homeowners to make small fence modifications to create 'hedgehog highways' as numbers have plummeted by over 65% since 1995 due to habitat loss.
Monkey Owners Fear Pets Face Euthanasia Under New Rules
New government licensing requirements for primate owners in the UK have sparked fears that thousands of monkeys could be seized and euthanised due to strict enclosure standards and limited rescue capacity.
Vote for Favourite Nature Image in Wildlife Photographer Award
The public can now vote online for their favourite nature photograph from a shortlist of 24 truly exceptional images in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Nuveen People's Choice Award.
Wildlife Photographer People's Choice 2026 Shortlist
A shortlist of 24 stunning images has been revealed for the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People's Choice Award 2026. The public can now vote online for their favourite photograph, with the winner to be announced on 25th March and displayed at London'
Parents of Piper James Visit K'gari as Dingo Cull Continues
The grieving parents of Canadian backpacker Piper James have landed in Brisbane, beginning their emotional journey to K'gari to farewell their daughter. Their visit coincides with a controversial dingo cull on the island.
Vote for Wildlife Photographer of the Year People's Choice Award
The public can now vote online for their favourite nature photograph from a shortlist of 24 stunning images in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Nuveen People's Choice Award.
Vote for Your Favourite Nature Photo in Wildlife Award
The public can now vote online for their favourite nature image from a shortlist of 24 truly exceptional photos in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year's Nuveen People's Choice Award.
Catalina Island Mule Deer Extermination Plan Sparks Debate
A controversial plan to eradicate non-native mule deer from California's Catalina Island has ignited fierce debate among conservationists, residents, and officials over ecological impact and ethical concerns.
Asian Elephant Born at Smithsonian Zoo After 25 Years
The Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington DC has welcomed a female Asian elephant calf, its first in nearly 25 years, born to mother Nhi Linh and father Spike.
Endangered Bats Migrate Further North Due to Drought
Mexican long-nosed bats are migrating further north into the US, reaching New Mexico's Gila National Forest, as drought impacts their traditional agave nectar sources, with conservation efforts planting thousands of agaves to support their survival.
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