Giant Tortoises Return to Galapagos After Extinction
158 giant tortoises have been reintroduced to Floreana Island in the Galapagos, marking a major conservation milestone after their disappearance in the 19th century.
Category : Wildlife Nature
Cape Town Baboon Conflict: Urban Growth vs Wildlife
Cape Town faces a growing conflict between urban expansion and baboon populations, with residents divided on management strategies from fences to sanctuaries.
Australia's Corpse Flower Boom: A Global Hub for Stinky Blooms
Australia now hosts the world's largest corpse flower collection with over 250 plants. Discover how these endangered, foul-smelling blooms have become a national phenomenon with record-breaking public interest.
Crocodile Breath-Holding Secrets: How Long Underwater?
Discover the fascinating science behind crocodiles' incredible ability to hold their breath underwater for extended periods, with insights into their physiology and survival strategies.
Foraging for Cockles: A Coastal Ritual Reconnecting to Nature
Exploring the timeless practice of foraging for cockles along the shore, a sensory experience that grounds us in the rhythms of the natural world and offers a profound sense of vitality.
London Pigeon Problem: Control Feeders, Not Birds
Environmental experts argue that managing pigeon populations in London requires regulating human feeding habits rather than targeting the birds themselves, citing urban ecology studies.
72 Captive Tigers Die in Thailand Virus Outbreak, Officials Race to Contain
A highly contagious virus has killed 72 captive tigers in northern Thailand's Chiang Mai region this month. Officials are urgently disinfecting enclosures and vaccinating survivors while investigating the exact cause.
Tunbridge Wells Residents Race to Save Commons from Developers
Campaigners in Tunbridge Wells are urgently raising funds to purchase the town's privately owned commons, fearing developers could transform the land into luxury flats, threatening its ecological and community value.
Abandoned Baby Macaque Bullied by Older Monkeys at Zoo
Punch, a six-month-old macaque abandoned by his mother, faces bullying from older monkeys at Ichikawa City Zoo despite his viral fame with a stuffed toy.
Peek-a-Boo Fish, Dunkin' Frogs, White Crow in Wildlife Photos
Stunning wildlife photography showcases a camouflaged fish, frogs in playful poses, and a rare white crow, highlighting nature's diversity and beauty in recent captures.
Country Diary: Fox's 'Come Hither' Smile Mystery
A naturalist's encounter with a fox displaying a peculiar facial expression sparks debate on animal communication and behavior in the wild.
Cecil the Lion Documentary Leaves Trophy Hunting Questions Unanswered
Channel 4's documentary 'Cecil: The Lion and the Dentist' examines the 2015 killing of Zimbabwe's famous lion by an American dentist, but fails to fully explore the complex issues surrounding trophy hunting and conservation.
Deer Culling Eased in England to Save Woodlands
New legislation in England will allow landowners and tenants to shoot deer more easily to curb overpopulation, protecting crops and woodlands from damage.
Hounslow Council and Citizen Zoo Save Rare Tower Mustard Plant
Hounslow Council partners with Citizen Zoo to protect the critically rare Tower Mustard plant, found at only two London sites, through community-led conservation efforts.
Attenborough's London Doc Wanted to 'Rebrand' Rats
David Attenborough's 'Wild London' documentary makers reveal they wanted to include rats to change perceptions, but had to cut them and seahorses due to time constraints.
Kyiv Zoo's Gorilla Toni Survives War Winter with Stoves
Kyiv Zoo uses wood-burning stoves and generators to protect Ukraine's only gorilla, 52-year-old Toni, and other vulnerable animals from freezing temperatures and Russian attacks during energy blackouts.
Kyiv Zoo Turns to Wood Stoves Amid Energy Crisis to Save Animals
Kyiv Zoo has resorted to wood-burning stoves to keep its animals warm during a severe energy blackout, highlighting the impact of the ongoing crisis on wildlife and conservation efforts in Ukraine.
Somerset Flooding Reshapes Birdlife, Creating Winners and Losers
A study reveals how extreme flooding in Somerset has dramatically altered bird populations, with some species thriving while others face decline, highlighting the ecological impacts of climate change.
Perth's Banksia Ecosystem at Risk Without Proper Offset
An expert warns that Perth's endangered Banksia ecosystem is on the brink of destruction due to development projects lacking adequate environmental offsets, threatening biodiversity.
First Beaver Pair in Norfolk After 500 Years Spotted
Volunteers in Norfolk have documented the first beaver couple to settle in the region in over five centuries, marking a significant ecological milestone.
Shark Attacks Up Sharply in 2025, Florida Tops Global Bite List
A new report reveals a significant rise in unprovoked shark attacks in 2025, with 65 incidents and 12 deaths globally. Florida's Volusia County remains the shark bite capital, while Australia saw a spike in fatalities.
Wild Beaver Pair Found in Norfolk, First Since 1500s
A pair of wild beavers has been filmed at Pensthorpe Nature Reserve in Norfolk, marking the first such sighting in the county since the early 1500s. Experts suspect illegal release but welcome their ecological benefits.
Imperial Eagles Make Improbable Return in Serbia
After dwindling to just one breeding pair in 2017, Serbia's eastern imperial eagle population has rebounded to 19 pairs thanks to dedicated conservation efforts addressing poisoning, habitat loss, and persecution.
Hampstead Heath Island Becomes Wildlife Sanctuary
A small island in Hampstead Heath's Model Boating Pond will become an isolated wildlife haven after £50,000 was raised to protect nesting species by removing its causeway connection.
Cycads Heat Up for Sex to Attract Pollinating Beetles
Cycads, the oldest known seed plants pollinated by insects, use a remarkable heating mechanism to attract exclusive beetle species for reproduction, a signal dating back millions of years.
Magpies' Winter Nesting: Persistence and Confusion in Hitchin
Observing magpies in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, reveals their early winter nest-building habits, marked by clumsy yet determined efforts with thick sticks, contrasting with other birds' delicate techniques.
4.5-Meter White Shark Spotted Circling Divers in Western Australia
A helicopter crew sounded a siren after spotting a massive 4.5-meter white shark circling two divers off Cape Naturaliste, Western Australia, prompting a swift evacuation from the water.
Massive Search for Missing Teen in Kent Woods as Family Pleads
Dozens of volunteers scour Blean Woods Nature Reserve for Jason Stevens, 19, after his car was found abandoned. His desperate mother begs him to come home safely.
Uxbridge Swan Killing Sparks Wildlife Crime Outcry
A female swan was killed in a suspected dog attack at Rockingham Recreation Ground, highlighting a rise in wildlife crime across Uxbridge and London.
Birdex App: Pokémon-Style Birdwatching with Rewards
A new app called Birdex has launched, allowing users to collect digital cards of UK bird species and compete with friends. Over 200,000 sightings have been logged, though AI-generated artwork has sparked some criticism.
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