Thousands of goldfish invade Ottawa pond
Ottawa officials battle a 'mindblowing' influx of thousands of feral goldfish threatening local ecosystems. Discover how pet owners are causing this environmental scourge.
Category : Biodiversity
Moss spores survive 9 months on ISS exterior
Scientists discover moss spores endured 9 months in space on the ISS exterior, with 86% surviving. This resilience could revolutionise oxygen generation and soil formation for future space colonies.
Trump plan weakens Endangered Species Act protections
Trump administration proposes sweeping changes to Endangered Species Act that conservationists call 'a death sentence' for monarch butterflies, wolverines and other vulnerable species.
Australia's Nature Laws Face Final Senate Showdown
Environment Minister Murray Watt vows to pass Labor's nature laws in parliament's final 2025 sitting week, negotiating with both Coalition and Greens. Will a deal be struck?
Study reveals flaws in Australia's forest accounting methods
New research exposes how Australia's official forest figures hide deforestation impacts through misleading accounting. Learn how this affects climate goals.
Ningaloo Reef corals decimated by marine heatwave
Scientists confirm unprecedented marine heatwave has killed nearly two-thirds of corals at Western Australia's World Heritage-listed Ningaloo reef. Discover the ecological impact.
Ningaloo Reef corals decimated by heatwave
Scientists confirm two-thirds of corals in World Heritage-listed Ningaloo reef have died after unprecedented marine heatwave. Read the full report on this ecological crisis.
California farms sprayed 15m lbs of PFAS on crops
Shocking study reveals California farms applied 15 million pounds of PFAS 'forever chemicals' to food crops between 2018-2023, posing serious health risks to consumers and farmworkers.
Congo Basin: World's Vital Rainforest Forgotten
The Congo Basin, Earth's second-largest rainforest and crucial carbon sink, receives just 16% of global rainforest funding despite its vital role in climate regulation. Discover why this African treasure remains critically under-researched.
First Ever Sighting of Elusive Beaked Whale
Scientists achieve a world-first sighting of the elusive ginkgo-toothed beaked whale off Mexico's coast after a five-year search. Discover how this breakthrough helps protect these mysterious deep-diving mammals.
Bird recovery in France after pesticide ban
Insect-eating bird populations in France show 2-3% increase following EU neonicotinoid ban. Research suggests full recovery may take decades but ban proves effective for conservation.
Human exceptionalism threatens Earth's biodiversity
Exploring how the belief in human moral superiority over nature drives environmental destruction and what Indigenous wisdom teaches about living as kin with all beings.
Australia's biodiversity offset reforms risk NSW mistakes
Federal Labor's proposed biodiversity offset changes could replicate NSW's flawed system, warn scientists. Critics say pay-to-destroy schemes accelerate species extinction.
Wild parrots thrive in Los Angeles, aiding conservation
Red-crowned parrots, once exotic pets, now form thriving feral colonies across Los Angeles. Scientists study their surprising adaptation and potential role in saving endangered native populations.
Scientist defends sacred Pacific island from logging
Respected ocean expert Dr Katy Soapi leads community conservation efforts to protect Tetepare Island, one of the last untouched places in Solomon Islands, blending traditional knowledge with modern science.
Donald MacIntyre's Legacy in UK Wildflower Restoration
Discover how Donald MacIntyre's pioneering work with native seeds transformed Britain's biodiversity through Emorsgate Seeds and ecological restoration methods.
Learning to Handle World's Most Venomous Snakes
Exclusive look at Australia's growing snake handling industry as urban expansion increases human-reptile encounters. Discover why more people are learning venomous snake wrangling.
Bird flu kills half of South Georgia's elephant seals
A devastating bird flu outbreak has killed an estimated 53,000 female elephant seals on South Georgia, wiping out nearly half the breeding population with serious implications for the species' future.
Shout at Seagulls to Protect Your Food
New research reveals shouting is the most effective way to deter seagulls from stealing your chips. Learn how to protect your seaside snacks today!
Shouting deters seagulls from stealing food
New research reveals shouting is the most effective way to stop seagulls stealing your chips. Discover the peaceful deterrent that works better than running away.
Shouting is best way to deter seagulls, study finds
New research from the University of Exeter reveals that shouting, not speaking, is the most effective way to stop seagulls from stealing your food. Learn the peaceful way to protect your chips.
Mob grazing revives Senegal's degraded pastures
A third of Senegal's pastures face degradation from climate change and overgrazing. Discover how innovative 'mob grazing' techniques are restoring grasslands and biodiversity.
New 'Lucifer' bee with devil horns discovered in Australia
A new species of bee with devil-like facial horns has been discovered in Western Australia by Dr Kit Prendergast. This groundbreaking find highlights the importance of biodiversity conservation.
Slow boat to Cop30 climate summit on the Amazon
Join The Guardian's Jonathan Watts on a unique three-day boat trip to the Cop30 climate summit in Brazil, learning from indigenous leaders and scientists about protecting the Amazon. Listen to the full podcast now.
Shark-spotting drones to become permanent in Queensland
Queensland is expanding its shark-spotting drone programme after a major trial found them twice as effective as nets, with far less environmental impact on marine life.
Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Baffles Scientists
The interstellar visitor 3I/ATLAS is behaving strangely, lacking a visible tail and sparking debate about its true nature. Is it a natural comet or something more? Discover the latest findings.
10,000 cranes die in French bird flu outbreak
Massive bird flu outbreak kills 10,000 migratory cranes in France, spreads to poultry farms. European countries implement containment measures as cases surge.
Dorset's Autumn Lambs: A Genetic Quirk
Discover the unique Dorset Horn sheep, a breed with a genetic quirk allowing autumn lambing for centuries. Explore its history and the Fooks family's legacy.
5 Major Problems With Australia's New Environment Laws
Experts reveal why Labor's proposed environmental legislation fails to address Australia's biodiversity crisis, maintaining excessive ministerial power and problematic offsets.
Canada culls 40,000 ostriches to contain bird flu
Canadian authorities order mass depopulation of 40,000 ostriches after H5N1 bird flu outbreak. Urgent measures aim to prevent further spread. Read the full story.
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