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Habitat Destruction for Threatened Species Soars in 2025
A new report reveals a shocking 57,000 hectares of threatened species habitat was approved for clearing in 2025, a 15-year high. The northern quoll is among the worst affected. Read the full analysis.
Biologist's Frog Saunas and Gene Plans Fight Deadly Fungus
Biologist Anthony Waddle's innovative frog saunas combat a deadly chytrid fungus. Now, he's pioneering gene replacement to save hundreds of amphibian species from extinction. Discover the future of conservation.
Rubber snakes deter invasive parakeets from London bird tables
A London resident found a clever, non-lethal solution to stop ring-necked parakeets raiding his feeders. Discover the debate on this invasive species and a historical recipe suggestion.
Wildlife Roundup: Gorilla Twins, Bats & a Psychedelic Spider
This week's global wildlife highlights include rare mountain gorilla twins in Congo, a rescued UK bat named Benedict Cumberbat, and a stunning Indian rainbow tarantula. Explore the captivating images and stories.
New 2025 species: zombie fungus, blood orchid, UK snowdrop
Scientists name 125 new plants and fungi, including a spider-eating zombie fungus and a fly-arousing orchid. Discover why naming new species is a race against extinction.
Monarch butterflies face near extinction in California
Pacific Grove, known as Butterfly Town USA, sees monarch numbers crash. Citizen scientists and experts battle pesticides and habitat loss to save this iconic species from vanishing.
Europe's Invasive Species Crisis in Pictures
Photojournalist Erik Irmer documents the spread of invasive alien species across Europe, from parakeets in London to nutria in Germany. See the ecological impact.
UK parakeet population boom sparks wildlife concerns
The UK's ring-necked parakeet population has exploded, raising fears for native birds and bats. Scientists call for urgent research as control measures are debated.
Could Humans Really Live on Mars in 50 Years?
Elon Musk envisions Martian holidays, but scientists warn of toxic dust, fragile bones, and a 10-month journey. Discover if a self-sustaining Mars colony is science or fiction.
UK deploys weevils and fungi to fight invasive species
UK scientists are releasing biological agents like South American weevils to combat invasive plants such as floating pennywort and Japanese knotweed, aiming to protect native wildlife.
Rare Florida Squirrels Released After Wildlife Hospital Bond
Two rare Big Cypress fox squirrels, a threatened species, have been successfully released back into the wild in Florida after bonding during rehabilitation. Discover their heartwarming story of recovery.
Stockton's Wood's secret WWII role as bomber hideout
Explore the hidden history of Stockton's Wood in Merseyside, where WWII aircraft were concealed. Discover its transformation from a wartime hideout to a vital deadwood habitat today.
Miracle chick born to rare takahē thought infertile
A 'miracle' takahē chick has hatched at Zealandia sanctuary to parents thought infertile, boosting the population of the rare New Zealand bird. Discover the heartwarming conservation story.
Australia's first large-scale snail translocation saves species
Australian scientists have completed a landmark snail translocation, flying hundreds of Campbell’s keeled glass-snails to Norfolk Island to rescue the species from extinction. Discover the story of this incredible conservation effort.
Invasive quagga mussels threaten UK after Swiss lake crisis
Invasive quagga mussels are decimating Lake Geneva's ecosystem and infrastructure. Now detected in Northern Ireland, they pose a severe threat to UK waterways and biodiversity. Learn about the urgent response needed.
Tourism Threatens Greece's Rare Monk Seal Recovery
Greece's rare Mediterranean monk seals, a symbol of the nation's heritage, face a modern peril from booming marine tourism. New protected areas offer hope, but enforcement is key to their survival. Discover the fragile balance.
Endangered 'Galaxy Frogs' Missing After Habitat Destruction
Critically endangered 'galaxy frogs' have disappeared from India's Western Ghats after photographers reportedly destroyed their microhabitats for photos. Researchers sound the alarm on unethical wildlife photography.
Man jailed for smuggling rare New Zealand geckos
A man has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for attempting to smuggle endangered jewelled geckos out of New Zealand in an undercover sting operation. Read the full story.
Scientist describes 1,000+ new species in landmark career
Dr Mark Harvey has described over 1,000 new species, mostly arachnids. His taxonomic work is vital for conservation, revealing a hidden world of biodiversity. Discover his incredible legacy.
Garden pond revival creates vital UK wildlife habitats
A quiet revolution is underway in British gardens as ponds are restored, providing crucial habitats for struggling species like frogs and dragonflies. Discover how you can help.
Invasive lupins threaten Iceland's native biodiversity
The vibrant Nootka lupin, introduced to Iceland to combat soil erosion, is now an invasive species threatening native flora. Discover the ecological debate and control efforts.
Search for escaped wallaby in Warwickshire countryside
A 19-year-old's late-night sighting sparks a hunt for a red-necked wallaby in Oxhill, revealing the surprising story of Britain's growing population of escaped marsupials.
Ex-loggers help save critically endangered cotton-top tamarins
In Colombia's vanishing dry forests, a unique team of ex-loggers and conservationists is fighting to restore habitat for the critically endangered cotton-top tamarin, with fewer than 7,500 left in the wild.
Feral Pigs Destroy Queensland Rainforests and Sacred Sites
Exploding feral pig populations are devastating Queensland's World Heritage rainforests, polluting waterways and destroying sacred Indigenous sites. Urgent action needed.
Capybara cafes drive illegal wildlife trade
The rise of exotic animal cafes across Asia is driving illegal wildlife trafficking and threatening endangered species. Experts warn of conservation crisis.
Woman killed in shark attack at Crowdy Bay beach
A woman in her 20s has died and a man critically injured in a shark attack at Crowdy Bay beach on NSW mid-north coast. Emergency services responded to the incident early Thursday morning.
Gramma, San Diego Zoo's 141-year-old tortoise, dies
Gramma, the beloved 141-year-old Galapagos tortoise and San Diego Zoo's oldest resident, has died. Discover her incredible century-spanning life story.
Marsupials Learning to Survive Alongside Feral Cats
A bold conservation project in Australia's outback is training native marsupials to coexist with feral cats, with early results showing promising signs of success. Discover how bilbies and quolls are fighting back.
Nearly 3000 Welsh species at risk of extinction
A stark new report reveals 2,955 species are perilously close to disappearing from Wales. Discover which iconic creatures are threatened and how simple conservation actions can help.
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