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.
Category : Wildlife Nature
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.
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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.
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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.
Council Rejects Housing Plan Near Protected Nature Site in Brent
Brent Council has refused plans to build six homes near Wealdstone Brook, citing risks to biodiversity and protected species like bats and woodpeckers.
Italy's 'Lovers' Arch' Collapses on Valentine's Day (17.02.2026)
A famous natural rock arch in Puglia, Italy, known as the 'Lovers' Arch', collapsed into the Adriatic Sea on Valentine's Day after severe weather battered the coastline, impacting tourism and highlighting erosion risks.
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Baby Monkey Abandoned, Bonds with Plush Toy at Zoo
Punch, a six-month-old macaque abandoned by his mother, has become an internet sensation after forming an emotional bond with an orange plush orangutan at Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan.
Gentoo Penguins Hit by H5N1 Bird Flu on Heard Island
A severe outbreak of the H5N1 bird flu virus has caused significant mortality among gentoo penguins on Heard Island, an Australian territory, raising concerns for Antarctic wildlife.
The Remarkable Connections Underpinning Our Orchards
A deep dive into how orchards thrive on intricate ecological and social bonds, highlighting their role in biodiversity and community heritage.
Scientists Track 10,000 Moths with Eyelash Glue and Confetti Tags
Researchers and volunteers are tagging 10,000 bogong moths in the Australian Alps to monitor their migration across southeastern Australia, using innovative low-tech methods to fill critical knowledge gaps.
1951 Country Diary: Partridges' Valentine's Day Courtship
A historical account from 1951 details the intricate mating behaviors of partridges, observed on Valentine's Day, highlighting their unique courtship rituals in the English countryside.
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Buzzard's Perch Struggle Sparks Human Empathy in Somerset
A detailed observation of a buzzard's struggle to balance on a precarious tree perch leads to a profound moment of empathy as the observer mirrors the bird's movements in the Somerset countryside.
MP Slams Environment Agency Over Essex Illegal Dump
A 300m-long illegal dump near Epping remains open after 12 months, with MP Alex Burghart calling it 'absolutely disgusting' and demanding answers from the Environment Agency.
Welsh Charity Buys 405 Hectares for Rewilding in Cambrian Mountains
A Welsh charity has purchased over 405 hectares in Ceredigion to launch Wales' largest rewilding project, aiming to restore natural habitats and boost biodiversity in the Cambrian mountains.
Melbourne Zoo's Shift from Dark History to Progressive Animal Care
Melbourne Zoo has transformed from a site with a colonial past to a conservation-focused organization, emphasizing animal welfare through scent-based enrichment and cooperative care.
Rewilding Suburban Gardens: A Journey from Sydney to Knepp
Cynthia Banham shares her transformative experience with wild gardening, from creating a frog pond in Sydney to attending a rewilding conference in Manchester and visiting Knepp Estate, highlighting the ecological benefits and personal connections.
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Pfas Pollution Hits 25 Water Sites in Cumbria and Lancashire
High levels of banned carcinogenic Pfas chemicals detected in rivers and groundwater across protected natural areas, sparking health and environmental concerns.
Monstrous Shadow Looms Over Our Garden Landscape
A personal reflection on the environmental and emotional impact of a looming development that threatens to overshadow a cherished garden and disrupt local wildlife.
California Mountain Lions Protected Under Endangered Species Act
California mountain lions have been listed under the Endangered Species Act, a move aimed at protecting their declining populations from habitat loss and human threats.
Great White Sharks Possibly Breeding in Mediterranean
Scientists have discovered evidence suggesting great white sharks could be breeding in the Mediterranean after a juvenile shark was found off Spain's coast, challenging previous assumptions about their disappearance from the region.
Wildlife Highlights: Raccoons, Squids, and Majestic Jackals
This week's wildlife photography showcases a raccoon drinking from a plastic cup in Panama, a superhero-like squid discovered off Argentina, and a golden jackal in the Jordan Valley. From Berlin's delinquent swan to England's wild beaver release, explore
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Scotland's Rare Capercaillie Shows Signs of Recovery
Conservationists report small but encouraging signs of recovery for Scotland's critically endangered capercaillie bird, with increased sightings and improved habitat management.
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