Rare Pink Platypus Spotted in Australian River
An angler captured footage of a remarkably light-coloured platypus, nicknamed Pinky, in a Victorian river. Experts confirm its unique but natural colouring. Watch the video.
An angler captured footage of a remarkably light-coloured platypus, nicknamed Pinky, in a Victorian river. Experts confirm its unique but natural colouring. Watch the video.
A Victorian fisherman captured footage of a rare pink platypus, nicknamed Pinky. Experts confirm it's unusual but not a genetic anomaly. Discover the story and the conservation status of this iconic species.
Avi Krishnan, 13, from Pinner, lives with achromatopsia and sees in shades of grey. He and his family are championing Fight for Sight's Christmas appeal for vital research funding.
A breathtaking close encounter with a grey seal in Norfolk's coastal marshes reveals the intimate details of British wildlife. Discover the magic of winter wildlife watching.
Breakthrough gene-editing treatments for rare diseases exist, but costs run to seven figures per patient. Experts warn the current market model is broken, demanding a new social contract for NHS delivery.
Emily Butler, 26, spent two weeks fighting for her life after a severe reaction to progesterone tablets triggered a rare blood condition. Discover her story and the vital warning about medication risks.
Discover why Rare Beauty's Selena's Faves gift set, featuring the viral blush and cosy fragrance, is the top Christmas beauty pick. Get the full review and alternative sets.
Scientists confirm an extremely rare polar bear adoption in Canada's Hudson Bay, only the 13th in 45+ years of study. Discover how this act gives a vulnerable cub a second chance.
Police forces across the UK are investigating the suspicious disappearance of three rare white-tailed eagles, a major blow to the species' reintroduction. Conservationists appeal for public help.
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.
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 rare deep-sea seven-arm octopus, a creature of up to four metres, was discovered on a Scottish beach. Marine biologists hail the 'incredible find'. Read the full story.
Lloyd Pinn, 8, with a severe disability, learns to skateboard using a custom frame in Melbourne. His story highlights true inclusion and accessible sport for all children.
Discover why premium whisky is the standout gift of 2025. From Hackstons' Knightsbridge store to rare cask investments, our guide covers how to give a legacy. Explore now.
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.
Underwater noise from ships is silencing narwhals and disrupting marine life. Discover the global push for quieter vessels and the scientific evidence driving change.
A London family shares their emotional journey caring for their 11-year-old daughter with a rare chromosome disorder. They fundraise for vital therapy to help her progress.
Discover the breathtaking winners of the Nature inFocus 2025 photography competition, showcasing stunning wildlife images from flamingos in Dubai to Arctic wolves in Canada.
A vulnerable grey seal pup in Cornwall prepares for its first swim as tides rise. Discover the harsh realities of seal pup survival against storms and pollution. Read more about UK wildlife.
A rare grizzly bear attack in British Columbia left 11 people injured. Three heroic teachers fought off the animal. Read the latest on the search.
Three-year-old Oliver Chu shows dramatic improvement after groundbreaking gene therapy for Hunter syndrome at Manchester hospital. A potential alternative to lifelong treatment.
Discover the stunning winners of the 2025 BirdLife Australia photography awards, from a preening brush turkey to a wise cassowary. These captivating images support vital bird conservation programmes across Australia.
Over 100 volunteers are scouring the Thames for the rare, hairy-shelled snail. Join the citizen science effort to protect this unique London species.
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.
Keir Starmer unveils UK's critical minerals strategy with £50m funding to reduce dependency on China. Plan targets domestic lithium production and supply chain resilience by 2035.
A viral CCTV video from Lincoln shows an otter and fox on a night-time tour, charming the internet and being hailed as better than the John Lewis Christmas advert. Watch the heartwarming footage.
An eight-year-old's country diary recounts the thrilling sighting of a rare marsh sandpiper in East Lothian, a bird typically found in Africa or India during winter.
Hannah Shirley, the world's oldest pygmy hippo in managed care, celebrates her 52nd birthday with a Hungry Hungry Hippos party. Discover her incredible story of resilience.
A grizzly bear attack on a school hiking trip in Bella Coola, Canada, has left one dead and 11 injured. The bear remains on the loose as authorities search.