UK Wildlife Crisis After Record Dry Summer
Exclusive: Natural England warns of an ecological emergency as the prolonged 2025 drought pushes vulnerable species to the brink, threatening hedgehog populations and river ecosystems.
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Rescued Manatee Mario Flown Home to Mexico After Miami Rehab
A heartwarming wildlife rescue story as Mario, a lost manatee found in the Gulf of Mexico, is airlifted from Miami Seaquarium back to his Pacific home after a full recovery.
Chonky Flying Fox One Cyclone From Extinction
Exclusive: The future of the 'chonky' golden-crowned flying fox, one of the world's rarest bats, hangs in the balance as climate change intensifies tropical storms in its only Philippine habitat.
Koala Chlamydia Vaccine Breakthrough in Australia
Australian scientists launch a groundbreaking wild koala vaccination programme to combat a devastating chlamydia epidemic threatening the species' survival.
UK Diners Unknowingly Eating Endangered Shark Species
Exclusive investigation reveals that Britons are unknowingly consuming endangered shark species, sold under misleading labels like 'rock salmon' in fish and chip shops and supermarkets.
Fort Worth Zoo Welcomes Litter of Endangered Lion Cubs
The Fort Worth Zoo in Texas welcomes a precious new litter of endangered lion cubs, a significant victory for global wildlife conservation efforts and a must-see attraction for visitors.
Sea turtles endangered by record sargassum blooms
Unprecedented masses of sargassum seaweed are smothering nesting beaches across the Caribbean and Florida, creating deadly obstacles for endangered sea turtles during critical hatching season.
UK Government Accused of Aiding Shark Fin Trade
Foreign Office faces backlash as Greenpeace investigation reveals officials advised on circumventing shark fin trade regulations. Labour's Seema Malhotra demands inquiry.
Pensioner caught smuggling live snakes in trousers at Gatwick
A 71-year-old British man has been convicted after a brazen attempt to smuggle three live snakes and three chameleons through Gatwick Airport, concealed in his trousers. The shocking discovery was made during a routine security check.
Frank Zappa's Failed Nashville Turtle Rescue Mission
The strange but true story of how rock legend Frank Zappa's attempt to repopulate Nashville's rivers with turtles ended in failure, as revealed in a newly unearthed interview.
Liberal Senator's defiant stand on net zero and wildlife
South Australian Liberal Senator Andrew McLachlan launches an impassioned defence of Australia's net zero target and calls for stronger action to protect endangered species, putting him at odds with his own party's climate sceptics.
Koala Habitat Loss Reveals 'Total Failure' of Nature Laws
Shocking new data reveals a catastrophic loss of koala habitats in New South Wales and Queensland, with conservation groups branding Australia's environmental protection laws a 'total failure' as land clearing skyrockets.
US permits capture of endangered manta rays in Florida
US wildlife authorities have granted permits allowing the capture of endangered giant manta rays from Florida's coastal waters for public aquarium display, sparking fierce debate among conservationists.
The Turtles' Mark 'Flo' Volman Dies Aged 75
The music world is in mourning following the death of Mark 'Flo' Volman, famed for his work with The Turtles and as a member of Frank Zappa's The Mothers of Invention. The iconic singer passed away at 75 after a battle with cancer.
The Turtles' Mark 'Flo' Volman Dies Aged 76
The music world is in mourning after the death of Mark Volman, a founding member of 60s icons The Turtles and later a key collaborator with Frank Zappa's The Mothers of Invention. The legendary singer and guitarist passed away at 76 following a battle wit
Breathtaking Photography Book Reveals the Soul of Elephants
Discover 'A Picture to Walk the Earth' – a stunning visual odyssey by photographer David Guerrero that reveals the profound emotional world and fragile existence of elephants, from the deserts of Namibia to the plains of Kenya.
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.
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.
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.
Yellowstone grizzlies remain protected as court blocks hunting
A landmark US court ruling has upheld federal protections for Yellowstone's grizzly bears, blocking controversial state plans to allow trophy hunting near the national park.
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.
Illegal Zoo Busted: Endangered Animals Found in UK
Exclusive: Two men have been convicted for operating a clandestine zoo and attempting to sell endangered animals, including lemurs and an alligator, in a shocking case of wildlife crime.
Fishing competition for endangered bluefin tuna sparks outrage
Environmental groups condemn 'unsustainable' fishing tournament in Cornwall, warning it threatens recovery of critically endangered Atlantic bluefin tuna populations.
Young Naturalists Lead Charge to Save Britain's Harvest Mice
A new generation of young conservationists in Britain is taking hands-on action to protect the endangered harvest mouse, creating miniature habitats and championing wildlife preservation.
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.
1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Untold British Story
Exclusive oral history reveals the gritty, against-all-odds making of the 1990 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' film. Discover how a dark, independent British-backed production defied Hollywood to become a global box office phenomenon.
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.
Southern Right Whale Calving Season Hits Record High
In a remarkable ecological comeback, South Australia's Southern Right Whale calving season hits a record high, signalling a major victory for marine conservation 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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