From Renaissance art believed to cure plague to a modern £380m bird food industry, the goldfinch's red face has captivated us for centuries. Discover the folklore and magic in your Derbyshire garden.
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.
A woman on Interpol's most wanted list has been arrested in India for smuggling tiger body parts. Read the full story on the international crackdown.
After a 30-year absence, lapwings have returned to nest on the Somerset Levels, a heartening sign for UK wetland conservation. Discover the story of their comeback.
Governor Gavin Newsom's administration plans to roll back restrictions on toxic rat poisons, despite a state report showing widespread poisoning of mountain lions, eagles, and condors. Read the full investigation.
From a deer eating homework in China to a 75-year-old albatross raising chicks, explore this week's most captivating global wildlife stories and stunning photographs.
A curious baby fur seal surprised patrons at a Richmond pub. Discover how staff safely contained the 'silly season' visitor until conservation rangers arrived for its release.
A decade-long reintroduction project has expanded the red squirrel's range in the Scottish Highlands by over 25%, securing the future of this iconic UK species. Discover the rewilding success story.
Around 200 homes evacuated in Derby after police arrest two men on suspicion of explosives offences. Army bomb disposal called. Latest updates and advice for residents.
Currumbin Ecovillage marks 20 years as a sustainable community and wildlife sanctuary. Residents forgo cats and dogs to protect native species, embodying a 'solarpunk' vision of the future.
A major incident was declared in Derby after police arrested two men on suspicion of explosives offences, leading to the evacuation of over 200 homes. No terror link suspected.
A major evacuation is underway in Derby after police discovered potentially explosive materials. Over 200 households have been told to leave as the Army's bomb squad prepares a controlled explosion. Get the latest updates.
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.
Explore the haunting beauty of St Mary's Chapel in the Peak District, where nature's whispers and roars tell a story of solitude and resilience. Discover this hidden gem's history and atmosphere.
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.
A liquor store in Ashland, Virginia, had an unusual intruder: a raccoon found sleeping off a bender after smashing whisky bottles. Read the full story of its wild night and release.
A naturalist's woodland walk with a broken leg becomes a surreal encounter with a flock of rare common crossbills. Discover the magic of British wildlife in this unique diary entry.
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.
The spectacular return of the Mandarin duck to British wetlands is a beacon for conservation success. Discover how this colourful visitor is inspiring local wildlife efforts.
Tributes paid to Amie Pearson, 26, and Chelsea Carlisle, 29, killed in Pleasley collision. Nine-year-old boy suffers life-changing injuries. 18-year-old arrested.
Discover how one writer found profound connection with nature during Black Friday night in Purwell Ninespings woodland, embracing darkness over consumerism.
Mike Alexander realised his childhood ambition to become warden of Skomer Island, revolutionising nature conservation with computer systems and leaving a lasting legacy in Wales.
New research reveals urban raccoons are developing shorter snouts and calmer behaviour, showing early domestication traits. Discover how city life is reshaping wildlife.
A 69-year-old man fought off a bear in a public toilet in Japan, amid a record surge in bear attacks. Discover the causes and the government's response.
Two women in their 20s have died and a nine-year-old boy suffered life-changing injuries in a Derbyshire car crash. An 18-year-old man has been arrested. Police are appealing for witnesses.
A compact one-bedroom property in Wirksworth, Derbyshire, sparks a housing market debate with its £225,000 price tag. Discover the details and local market context.
This week's global wildlife roundup features seal pups in Lincolnshire, a bold marsupial survival project in Australia, and the plight of captive belugas in Canada. Discover the stories behind the images.
The rise of exotic animal cafes across Asia is driving illegal wildlife trafficking and threatening endangered species. Experts warn of conservation crisis.
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.
Tom Hardy voices a documentary exploring Kenya's successful rhino conservation efforts and the unexpected challenges facing these protected giants. In cinemas 28 November.