Two Peruvian municipalities have become the first in the world to grant legal rights to native stingless bees, a landmark move for biodiversity and Indigenous rights. Discover the story behind this historic conservation effort.
The National Trust's annual audit reveals how heat, drought, and wildfires have severely damaged UK habitats and wildlife in 2025, with experts warning these are alarm signals we cannot ignore.
From urban foxes to soaring eagles, explore the defining moments of 2025 for UK wildlife. A visual journey revealing nature's resilience and the challenges it faces.
The Royal Horticultural Society urges UK gardeners to plant native 'tredges' to help increase woodland cover from 10% to 16.5% by 2050. A showcase garden will debut at Chelsea Flower Show.
As beaver numbers soar in Switzerland, a dedicated hotline helps residents cope with flooding and felled trees, offering a model for human-wildlife coexistence. Discover how Zurich manages the chaos.
A former Newsnight producer leads Europe's largest natural oyster reef project off Norfolk, using innovative 'mother reef' bricks to rebuild marine habitats and biodiversity. Discover the ambitious plan to reshape the North Sea.
Discover the surprising ecological importance of mistletoe beyond festive tradition. A Country Diary entry reveals its vital role for wildlife in the UK's winter landscape.
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.
The UK government has exempted small housing developments from biodiversity rules, breaking a nature pledge. Critics warn it risks habitat restoration and investor confidence. Read the full story.
New research reveals polar bears are altering their genetic makeup to survive a warming Arctic. Is this a glimmer of hope or a stark indicator of the accelerating ecological crisis?
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.
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.
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.
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.
Australia's parliament has passed historic reforms to the EPBC Act, providing long-overdue protection for forests and biodiversity. This landmark legislation acknowledges the environment as the foundation of the economy.
Peru's Supreme Court sentences ex-President Pedro Castillo to 11 years for attempting to dissolve Congress and rule by decree. Read the full story of Peru's political turmoil.
Fresh archaeological research reveals surprising new details about Peru's mysterious Band of Holes, challenging previous theories about this ancient enigma. Discover the latest findings.
After intense 72-hour negotiations, Australia's government and Greens strike deal to overhaul environmental protection laws, heralding a new era for nature and productivity.
Australia's landmark environmental reforms introduce stricter scrutiny for logging and new EPA, but concerns remain about ministerial powers. Discover the key changes.
The Albanese government secures a landmark deal with the Greens to rewrite Australia's environmental protection laws, marking a major political victory. Discover the details and implications.
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.
Labor's environmental reforms face crucial vote as Minister Watt presents separate amendments to Coalition and Greens. Key concessions offered on fossil fuels and enforcement.
New Zealand announces feral cats will join its Predator-Free 2050 strategy, aiming to protect native wildlife from 'stone-cold killers'. Learn about the controversial plan.
The final parliamentary sitting week sees crucial environment bill debates and Liberal party instability. Stay informed on the political developments shaping Australia's future.
Australia's Labor government commits to passing historic environmental legislation this week as Greens push for stronger protections. Will the landmark laws survive parliamentary scrutiny?
A new coastguard station on Colombia's Gorgona Island sparks fears of ecological ruin and militarisation, jeopardising 40 years of conservation success in a biodiversity hotspot.
Trump administration proposes sweeping changes to Endangered Species Act that conservationists call 'a death sentence' for monarch butterflies, wolverines and other vulnerable species.
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?
New research exposes how Australia's official forest figures hide deforestation impacts through misleading accounting. Learn how this affects climate goals.
Rewilding group Mighty Earth campaigns to reintroduce mountain lions to Vermont to control deer populations and restore ecosystem balance. Could the big cats make a comeback?