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Knapweed Sparks UK Butterfly Revival

A stunning conservation success story unfolds in the UK as the once-declining Dark Green Fritillary butterfly makes a remarkable comeback, thanks to a vibrant purple carpet of knapweed.

Dad defies paralysis to walk again after broken neck

In an awe-inspiring tale of resilience, father-of-two Chris Barr from Ayrshire defies medical odds, learning to walk again after a catastrophic accident left him paralysed from the neck down. Discover his incredible journey of recovery and the power of un

Mexico's Jaguar Population Surges in Conservation Success

In a major victory for wildlife conservation, Mexico's jaguar population has surged by nearly 20% in just eight years. Discover how a national strategy is bringing the Americas' largest big cat back from the brink.

Box Tree Moth Invasion: UK Gardens Under Threat

British gardens are under siege from the invasive Box Tree Moth, whose caterpillars are decimating prized box hedges. Experts warn of 'ecological disaster' as the pest spreads rapidly across the UK.

Sports field closed after bird lays egg on halfway line

A protected bird species, the masked lapwing, has forced the indefinite closure of a Melbourne sports field after laying a single egg directly on the halfway line, sparking a clash between local sport and wildlife conservation.

Abolish Forestry Corp Over Endangered Species Failures

Environmental groups are demanding the immediate abolition of the state-owned Forestry Corporation of NSW, accusing it of systematic failures to protect endangered species and comply with its own logging rules, pushing ecosystems to the brink.

Tourist sparks outrage after jumping on whale shark

A viral video captures a tourist in the Philippines leaping from a boat onto the back of a vulnerable whale shark, sparking outrage from marine conservationists and authorities who have launched an investigation.

Giant Prehistoric Crocodile Species Discovered in UK

A new species of giant crocodile, dating back 150 million years, has been identified from a fossil found on the UK's Jurassic Coast, offering a fresh perspective on the predators that roamed alongside dinosaurs.

Dinosaur-Hunting Crocodile Relative Discovered

A groundbreaking discovery by researchers from the University of Bristol reveals a colossal, carnivorous ancestor of modern crocodiles that was a top predator in the Triassic period.

California's Red-Legged Frog Makes Historic Comeback

In a landmark victory for conservation, the iconic California red-legged frog has been successfully reintroduced to its native habitat in the Sierra Nevada, marking its return after a two-decade absence due to catastrophic population decline.

'Extinct' False Catshark Rediscovered After Decades

In a stunning marine biology breakthrough, a shark species thought to be extinct for decades, the False Catshark, has been miraculously rediscovered off the coast of Scotland, rewriting conservation science.

Japanese Knotweed Invasion Plunges Ayr Property Prices

The picturesque seaside town of Ayr is under siege from Japanese Knotweed, with homeowners facing plummeting property values and mortgage rejections. Discover the full extent of this ecological and financial crisis.

Colombia sterilises Pablo Escobar's 'cocaine hippos'

In an unprecedented move, Colombian authorities have initiated a surgical sterilisation programme for the infamous 'cocaine hippos', descendants of Pablo Escobar's private zoo, to control their booming population near Bogotá.

US court reinstates wolf protections across western states

A US federal court has reinstated protections for grey wolves across most western states, halting controversial hunting seasons. The ruling cites failure by wildlife agencies to prove hunts wouldn't threaten recovery efforts.

Rare Red Panda Cub Born at Bristol Zoo

Bristol Zoo Gardens celebrates the birth of a rare and endangered red panda cub, the first in over ten years, marking a significant victory for their vital breeding programme.

Rare Red Panda Cub Debuts at Edinburgh Zoo

A rare and endangered red panda cub has made its first public appearance at Edinburgh Zoo, marking a significant victory for a vital European breeding programme aimed at saving the species from extinction.

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