Wildlife Comforts Readers After Loss
Readers respond to Amy-Jane Beer's Country Diary with personal stories of robins, nightingales, and foxes offering solace during times of grief and remembrance.
Category : Wildlife Nature
Tyre Chemical Trial Threatens US Salmon Populations
A landmark US court case examines whether a tyre additive called 6PPD is killing endangered coho salmon in Pacific Northwest rivers, with global implications.
Bird Flu Outbreak in Thames Valley Swans
Volunteers and the public are racing to contain a suspected bird flu outbreak among swans in the Thames Valley, with over 320 cases recorded since October and concerns the spread is wider than official figures show.
Cannibal Jellyfish Invade Venice, Disrupt Fishing
Venice faces an ecological crisis as invasive warty comb jellyfish, known for eating their young, colonise its lagoons, harming native fish and the fishing industry.
Storm Chandra's Impact on UK Wildlife Assessed
A new report details how Storm Chandra's severe flooding has harmed UK wildlife, including birds, butterflies, dormice, and beavers, with long-term ecological consequences.
Free Stay on UK Island for Puffin Counters
Skomer Island in Wales is recruiting volunteers to count puffins in exchange for free accommodation and expenses. The seabird monitoring role includes training and runs from May to June 2026.
RSPCA Investigates Cat Hanging in Tottenham
A cat was found dead, hung with a dog lead on a garden fence in North London. The RSPCA is investigating and appealing for witnesses in Tottenham.
Purple Catkins Light the Way to Spring in Sussex
Alder trees in Hurstpierpoint display their remarkable purple catkins, among the first signs of spring as winter recedes in the British countryside.
Wildlife Encounters Bring Solace in Times of Grief
Readers share moving stories of intimate encounters with urban foxes and robins following bereavement, finding comfort in nature's unexpected visitations.
Wildlife Week: Owl, Blackbird & Fukushima Boar
This week's global wildlife photography showcase features a rescued spectacled owl in Costa Rica, a fearless blackbird challenging an eagle in Arizona, and wild boar thriving in Fukushima's exclusion zone.
Rare Butterfly Bounces Back in Wales with Hedge Care
Record numbers of brown hairstreak butterfly eggs found in south-west Wales after landowners reduced mechanical flailing of hedgerows, reversing a decade of decline.
Winter's Exploding Trees: Nature's Antifreeze and Frost Cracks
Discover how trees use cellular sugar concentration as natural antifreeze to survive freezing temperatures, and learn about the dramatic phenomenon of frost cracks that can split trunks with explosive sounds during sudden cold snaps.
Urban Dawn Chorus: Nature's January Stirrings
A Staffordshire resident discovers how tuning into bird calls reveals the subtle awakening of wildlife in an urban housing estate, despite winter's quiet persistence.
Bear Moves Into California Home: Homeowner's Ordeal
Ken Johnson recounts his terrifying experience when a 550lb black bear moved into his basement in California, describing the fear, failed eviction attempts, and eventual removal.
Endangered Alpine Skinks Breed, Births Expected
Critically endangered Guthega skinks have successfully bred in a captive program, with births expected soon in Victoria's Alpine National Park, boosting conservation hopes.
Victoria Bushfires Threaten Endangered Species Amid Wildlife Crisis
Bushfires in Victoria have devastated crucial habitats, pushing endangered species like the eastern bristlebird to the brink, with fears of plant extinctions and catastrophic wildlife losses.
Molly Burkett: Wildlife Rehabilitator Dies at 93
Molly Burkett, a pioneering wildlife rehabilitator, author, and campaigner who established one of Britain's longest-running private wildlife rescue centres, has died aged 93.
Endangered Alpine Skinks to Welcome Babies in Victoria
Critically endangered Guthega skinks in Victoria's Alpine National Park are expecting births after a successful captive breeding program, offering hope for the species' survival.
Complex Logistics to Move 30 Captive Beluga Whales
Canada has reached a tentative deal to move 30 beluga whales from Marineland amusement park to US aquariums, involving Valium, health checks, and intricate transport logistics.
Coyote Interrupts Live TV Report on Mountain Lion Capture
A live television report on the tranquilisation of a mountain lion in San Francisco was unexpectedly interrupted by a coyote wandering into the shot, highlighting the city's unique coexistence with urban wildlife.
Dingo Cull Outrage After K'gari Death Probe
Queensland authorities plan to euthanise 10 dingoes linked to a fatal incident on K'gari, raising concerns about the protected species' survival and human-wildlife coexistence.
RSPCA Recruits Animal Rescue Officers in London
The RSPCA is recruiting Animal Rescue Officers in London to tackle animal cruelty and neglect, with roles also available in Essex, Durham, Hertfordshire, and Bedfordshire.
Remains Found in Search for Missing Belgian Backpacker
Human remains discovered near Tasmania's Cradle Mountain where Celine Cremer vanished in 2023. Police inform family as forensic testing begins.
Woodpecker's Plastic Box Drumming in Dartmoor
A great spotted woodpecker in West Dartmoor has abandoned traditional hollow branches for an electrical junction box, creating unique dawn drumming sessions to stake territory and attract mates.
Jellyfish Swarm Port Phillip Bay: Video Captures Invasion
Thousands of lion's mane jellyfish have washed ashore in Port Phillip Bay, from Altona to Blairgowrie. Photographer Rodney Dekker filmed the incredible sight, highlighting a gelatinous horde affecting Melbourne beaches.
Jellyfish Bloom Closes Melbourne Beaches
Thousands of red lion's mane jellyfish have washed ashore across Port Phillip Bay, prompting safety warnings for swimmers and beachgoers in Melbourne.
Mountain Lion Captured in San Francisco Streets
A young mountain lion was tranquilised and captured in San Francisco's Pacific Heights after roaming urban streets, with officials warning residents to stay clear during the operation.
Sicily Landslide Evacuates 1,500, Threatens Town Centre
A severe landslide in Niscemi, Sicily, has forced 1,500 evacuations, with houses and cars left teetering on a cliff edge and fears growing for the historic centre.
Sewage Won't Affect Beaver Rewilding in South Norwood Park
Croydon Council says sewage misconnections polluting Chaffinch Brook won't impact beaver introduction at South Norwood Country Park, despite ongoing contamination and political criticism.
Birds as Comforting Visitors in Times of Grief
A personal reflection on how encounters with a starling and a robin provided solace and meaning following the loss of a beloved sister in North Yorkshire.
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