The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, featuring 50 remarkable native species vying for the coveted title. Discover the contenders and make your voice heard in this celebration of Australia's extraordinary avian diversit
Discover how Australia's beloved Bird of the Year competition has evolved into a powerful conservation movement, raising awareness about threatened species and driving environmental action beyond the popular vote.
New research reveals how encounters with birds like the white-plumed honeyeater profoundly impact human wellbeing and meaning in life, offering vital lessons for our disconnected world.
Discover how Berlin's successful urban goshawk conservation strategy provides a revolutionary model for rewilding British cities and restoring these magnificent birds of prey to our urban landscapes.
Oasis legend Noel Gallagher delivers his characteristically blunt assessment of Taylor Swift's music, explaining why her songwriting doesn't resonate with him and sharing his surprising musical preferences instead.
This week's most captivating wildlife moments feature a rare sighting of a shy polar bear in Norway, mesmerising flocks of whirling waders, and a spectacular pilchard migration off South Africa's coast.
Discover the heartwarming story of a countryside dweller's extraordinary relationship with a family of wild jackdaws, revealing the surprising intelligence and personality of these often-overlooked corvids.
In a stunning upset, Australia's 'feathered wrecking ball' - the pheasant coucal - has bulldozed its way to Bird of the Year victory, leaving traditional favourites in its dust and sparking both celebration and bewilderment among bird enthusiasts.
Discover how Pakistan's wild budgerigars transformed into Australia's beloved pet phenomenon, creating vibrant life in urban homes despite their vast natural habitat.
Exotic zoo proprietor Ben Mee reveals he must sell his £2.75m wildlife sanctuary housing zebras, capybaras and American bison, directly blaming Rachel Reeves' inheritance tax policies for the devastating decision.
Shocking new data reveals how Rio de Janeiro's urban violence is claiming exotic animal lives, with monkeys, toucans and sloths falling victim to stray bullets in the city's favelas.
A Florida neighbourhood is divided as residents clash over a growing flock of feral peacocks, sparking debates about property rights, wildlife management, and suburban living.
Gardeners across the UK are being warned about a crucial date when hedge-cutting is forbidden by law to protect nesting birds and wildlife.
A League Two clash between Bradford City and Newport County was dramatically abandoned after 200 seagulls swarmed the pitch, creating dangerous conditions for players in an unprecedented wildlife invasion.
A volunteer was critically injured in a savage tiger attack at the same Oklahoma animal park once owned by Netflix's 'Tiger King' star, Joe Exotic. The incident raises urgent questions about safety protocols at the controversial facility.
Loose Women star Linda Robson has candidly revealed her family's ongoing concern for her wellbeing following a difficult period of mental health struggles, detailing their protective nature and her own fears about the future.
A 65-year-old Oklahoma man is in a critical condition after being viciously attacked by a 350-pound tiger he kept in his backyard enclosure, raising urgent questions about exotic pet ownership laws.
New government data reveals devastating declines in UK wild bird populations, with species like greenfinches and swifts in catastrophic freefall, prompting urgent conservation warnings.
Discover the hidden reasons why robins are so drawn to UK gardens. Learn expert tips on creating a robin-friendly haven and uncover the fascinating behaviours of this beloved bird.
Shocking footage captures the moment a massive boa constrictor crashes through a ceiling in a UK family home, landing just feet from terrified residents. The reptile rescue drama unfolds in quiet neighbourhood.
Exclusive details emerge on the tragic death of Erik Cowie, the former 'Tiger King' zookeeper, whose body was found in a New York flat. Discover the truth behind the addiction struggles that led to his untimely demise.
Joe Exotic, the infamous 'Tiger King', has been hospitalised after a brutal mauling by a tiger at his former Oklahoma wildlife preserve. The shocking incident raises serious questions about big cat safety.
As Britain's curlew population faces a perilous decline, a contentious conservation strategy involving licensed fox culls is dividing experts and igniting a fierce ethical debate about saving our most treasured birds.
Discover the remarkable transformation of the Western Treatment Plant in Melbourne from a utilitarian sewage facility into a globally significant sanctuary for over 300 species of birds, rivalling some of the world's most famous wetlands.
Seagulls in Edinburgh are using sophisticated techniques learned from their counterparts in Japan to outsmart bin defences, creating a city-wide nuisance and fascinating scientists.
A 30-year-old Austrian man has died after being bitten by his own pet black widow spider, a species known for its potent venom. The tragic incident serves as a stark warning about the dangers of keeping exotic and venomous creatures.
The UK's fruit scene is getting a major upgrade with the arrival of the Pinkglow® pineapple. This revolutionary fruit, boasting vibrant pink flesh and an exceptionally sweet taste, is now available for British shoppers seeking an exotic and luxurious trea
Unseasonably warm springs are causing UK berries to ripen weeks early, threatening winter food supplies for migratory birds like fieldfares and redwings and disrupting delicate ecological balances.
A two-year-old girl has tragically died after being suffocated by the family's eight-foot pet python in Oxford. The infant was found unresponsive in her cot with the escaped reptile wrapped around her.
In an extraordinary wildlife event, the stunning Glossy Ibis, a bird native to the Mediterranean, has been confirmed breeding in the UK for the first time, signalling a potential shift in British avian populations.