1951: Into the Woods on the Capital's Edge
A 1951 diary entry recounts a walk through ancient woodlands on London's outskirts, reflecting on nature's resilience amidst urban expansion.
Category : Wildlife Nature
Humane Pigeon Control: A Proven Alternative for UK Cities
UK councils spend heavily on ineffective pigeon control. A low-cost, humane method using egg swapping could reduce populations by 50%, as seen in Europe.
NSW Delayed Wetland Water for Farming, Emails Show
Emails reveal NSW government repeatedly delayed environmental flows to wetlands to prioritize winter cereal harvest, harming frog and bird breeding cycles.
Reform UK Council Backs Beaver Release Amid Party Row
A Reform UK-led council in Leicestershire supports releasing beavers to reduce flooding, despite party divisions on rewilding. The Labour government recently legalized beaver releases in England.
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Gen Z Leads Birdwatching Boom in Britain
Birdwatching is the second fastest growing hobby for Gen Z, with a 47% overall increase since 2018, according to RSPB research.
Stamford Hill Fire Near Synagogue Not Deliberate
London Fire Brigade says a house fire in Stamford Hill, near a synagogue, is not believed to be deliberate. Three people treated for smoke inhalation, two hospitalized.
Powys Wildfires Continue for Fifth Day, Public Warned
Firefighters in mid-Wales struggle to control wildfires in the Elan valley for a fifth day, with damage to protected sites and wildlife feared.
Simple Joy of Watching Whirligig Beetles on Dartmoor
A calm morning on Dartmoor reveals pools teeming with whirligig beetles, whose frantic spinning and pairing mesmerize and offer a mindful escape.
Germany's Stranded Humpback Whale Timmy Rescued
A rescue operation to transport Timmy, a stranded humpback whale, from the Baltic Sea to the North Sea is underway. The mission, funded by multi-millionaires, faces concerns over the whale's health.
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Logging Cartels Destroy Sierra Tarahumara Forests
Organized crime groups are illegally logging Mexico's Sierra Tarahumara forests, causing severe environmental damage and threatening indigenous communities.
Chicken Producer Challenges River Pollution Lawsuit
Avara Foods and Freemans of Newent argue legal claim over River Wye and Usk pollution is 'entirely inferential' and lacks scientific basis.
Busy Skies Over Northumberland: Satellites and Fieldfares
A crisp winter walk in Northumberland reveals a sky crowded with satellites and migrating fieldfares, blending nature and technology.
Record Bear Sightings in Japan Spark Alarm After Hibernation
Japan faces record bear sightings as hibernation ends, with 238 attacks last year. Experts warn of continued danger despite better food forecasts.
Wolves Thrive on Isle Royale, Moose Numbers Plummet
Lake Superior's Isle Royale sees highest wolf population since 1970s, but moose decline 75% as wolves prey heavily on them, researchers report.
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Close Call with a Black Adder on Dartmoor
Eight-year-old Orla recounts a thrilling family walk on Dartmoor where she spotted a rare black adder, the UK's only venomous snake, basking in the sun.
Florida Wildfires After Dry Winter and Spring Cause US Drought
Severe wildfires in Florida following a dry winter and spring have led to widespread drought conditions across the United States, affecting millions.
Quiet Vitality of a Well-Managed Churchyard
Explore the serene biodiversity in a well-kept churchyard, where wildflowers and wildlife thrive, offering a peaceful haven for nature and reflection.
Ancient Lime Tree's Fall Redefines Shropshire Landscape
A 300-year-old common lime tree in The Marches, Shropshire, recently fell during Storm Dave, transforming the landscape it had defined for centuries into an absence that now redefines the area.
Gibraltar Monkeys Eat Soil to Combat Tourist Junk Food
Barbary macaques on Gibraltar consume soil to protect their digestive systems from fatty, sugary snacks fed by tourists, according to new research.
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Cornwall's Van Crusader Cleans Up Abandoned Toxic Yachts
Steve Green uses his 1972 VW van, Cecil, to remove decaying fibreglass yachts from Cornwall's rivers, combating marine pollution from toxic shards harming sea life.
Create a Wildlife-Friendly Garden: Essential Tips
Discover practical tips to transform your garden into a wildlife sanctuary. Learn about hedgehog highways, water sources, and eco-friendly gardening practices that benefit birds, bees, and local ecosystems.
Big Cat Sightings Reignite Legend of Scottish Beast
Recent sightings of a black 'puma-like' animal in the Scottish Highlands have revived the decades-old mystery of the legendary Kellas cat, a hybrid feline roaming the countryside.
Beekeeper's 75-Year Streak Ends in Cornwall Winter Wipeout
Cornwall beekeeper Richard Bray finds all hives empty after winter, with experts citing varroa mites and climate factors as potential causes for widespread colony losses across the UK.
Trophy Hunting's Role in African Conservation: A Necessary Evil?
Trophy hunting funds conservation in Africa, but critics decry it as neocolonial. In Mozambique's Niassa reserve, hunters pay thousands to kill lions and buffalo, supporting anti-poaching efforts and local communities. This practice raises ethical debates
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Frosty Dawn in Knotbury: Six Ring Ouzels Appear
In Staffordshire's Knotbury, a frost-coated morning brought a rare sighting of six ring ouzels, with ice glazing the landscape and enhancing every sound.
Natural England Stops Designating New Wildlife Protection Sites
A report exposes that Natural England has not designated any new Sites of Special Scientific Interest since 2023, risking rare habitats to development.
White Park Cattle Declared 'Priority' At-Risk Breed in UK
The Rare Breeds Survival Trust has moved white park cattle to its highest-risk 'priority' category as calf numbers plummet. This ancient breed, with Celtic origins, faces extinction without urgent support.
Nepal's Human-Wildlife Conflict Rises as Rhinos Roam Streets
In Nepal, increasing megafauna populations like rhinos and tigers lead to more human-wildlife conflicts. Efforts around Chitwan National Park focus on education and training to promote safer coexistence.
Flea Treatments Harm UK Songbirds, Study Finds
Research reveals widespread pesticide contamination in garden bird feathers, with chemicals from pet flea treatments impairing neurological function and breeding success.
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Unesco Sites Thrive Amid Global Wildlife Decline
Research reveals Unesco-protected areas maintain stable wildlife populations despite a 70% global crash since 1970, though climate change and deforestation pose severe risks to these vital habitats.
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