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UK Wild Bird Populations in Alarming Decline

New government data reveals devastating declines in UK wild bird populations, with species like greenfinches and swifts in catastrophic freefall, prompting urgent conservation warnings.

Cricket Umpire Dickie Bird Dies Peacefully Aged 91

The cricketing world mourns the loss of Harold 'Dickie' Bird, the iconic umpire who passed away peacefully at 91. Remembered for his humour and fairness, tributes flood in from across the sport.

Edinburgh Gulls Use Japanese Tactics to Raid Bins

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.

Vote Now: Australian Bird of the Year 2025 Poll Open

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year 2025 poll is now open! Discover the incredible nominees, from the majestic Wedge-tailed Eagle to the clever Australian Magpie, and cast your vote to crown Australia's most beloved avian icon.

Peacock Spider's DNA Unlocks Secrets of Its Dance

Scientists decode the DNA of Australia's dazzling peacock spider, revealing the evolutionary secrets behind its vibrant colours and intricate courtship dance in a major genetic study.

Common UK bird perfectly mimics ringtones and car alarms

Discover the astonishing vocal talents of the common UK starling, a garden bird that can perfectly mimic everything from ringtones to car alarms, and learn how to attract this feathered mimic to your own backyard.

Borneo's Big-Nosed Monkey Faces Extinction

New research reveals the surprising evolutionary secrets behind the Proboscis monkey's enormous nose and the grave conservation threats pushing this unique species towards extinction.

Face of Ancient Ancestor 'Lucy' Revealed in Stunning Detail

A stunning new hyper-realistic reconstruction of the famous hominin 'Lucy' offers an unprecedented glimpse into the face of our ancient ancestor who walked the Earth over three million years ago, based on the most advanced analysis of her fossilised remai

How to Attract Birds to Your Garden Naturally

Transform your garden into a thriving sanctuary for UK birds with these expert-backed, natural methods. Discover the best plants, feeders, and water sources to support local wildlife year-round.

5 Essential Tips to Protect Garden Birds from Predators

Expert reveals five crucial, easy-to-implement tips to safeguard garden birds from predators and create a thriving sanctuary. Learn how to provide safe food, water, and shelter to boost local bird populations.

Taylor Swift: Mastering the Art of Cultural Storytelling

An in-depth exploration of Taylor Swift's unparalleled ability to transform her personal life and artistic journey into a universal story that resonates with millions, creating a unique bond with her audience and redefining modern pop stardom.

Oldest Ankylosaur Fossil Unearthed in Morocco

A groundbreaking discovery in the Moroccan Atlas Mountains reveals the oldest known ankylosaur, a 'spiky tank' dinosaur, pushing back the species' origins by 20 million years and challenging established theories of dinosaur evolution.

Thumb Length Reveals Secret of Human Brain Evolution

Groundbreaking research uncovers the fascinating link between primate thumb proportions and brain size, offering new insights into the evolutionary journey that shaped human intelligence and dexterity.

Major H5N1 Bird Flu Outbreak Hits Australian Poultry Farm

Australia confirms its first major outbreak of the highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu. As UK authorities ramp up biosecurity, we examine the global implications and the urgent measures being taken to protect farms and wildlife.

Ancient Bones Reveal Early Human-Neanderthal Interbreeding

Groundbreaking analysis of 100,000-year-old bones from Israel's Skhul Cave provides compelling new evidence that early humans and Neanderthals interbred much earlier than previously believed, challenging our understanding of human evolution.

Neanderthal-Human Mating Rewrites History 250,000 Years Back

Groundbreaking DNA analysis reveals our human ancestors interbred with Neanderthals a staggering 250,000 years ago, forcing a complete rethink of our evolutionary timeline and the resilience of Neanderthal DNA in modern humans.

Prehistoric whale species discovered in Australia

Scientists in Australia have discovered a prehistoric whale species, shedding new light on the evolution of marine mammals. The fossil could reshape our understanding of ancient oceans.

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