Prince William Mourns Rangers Killed in DRC Park Raid
The Prince of Wales issues a heartfelt statement after five staff members are killed in an armed militia attack at Upemba National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Category : Wildlife
Zoo Statement After Chimpanzee Baby Death Upsets Visitors
Welsh Mountain Zoo has issued a heartfelt statement following the tragic death of a baby chimpanzee, with mother Mellony displaying natural grieving behaviour by carrying her deceased infant.
Wildlife Trusts Mark 100 Years with Norfolk Woodland Project
The Wildlife Trusts commemorate their 100th anniversary by launching a significant woodland restoration initiative in Norfolk, aiming to enhance biodiversity and combat climate change.
Loyalty Caused 55 Whale Deaths in Scotland Stranding
A Scottish government report reveals a pod of 55 pilot whales died in 2023 after following a female experiencing a difficult birth into shallow waters, highlighting the species' strong social bonds.
Scrap Dealer Faces Jail Over 600 Tonnes of Waste Dumped
Paul Fenton, 61, has been warned he could be imprisoned if he fails to clear 600 tonnes of rubbish from his illegal scrapyard in Flowton, Suffolk, following a High Court injunction.
Wildlife Week: Nature's Wonders from Around the Globe
This week's wildlife highlights include a beaver reintroduction in Scotland, a toucan rescue in Las Vegas, and stunning photos from South Sudan to Paris, showcasing global conservation efforts.
Marsupial Lazarus Taxa: A Remarkable Comeback
Marsupials are making headlines with a positive environmental twist, as Lazarus taxa—species thought extinct but rediscovered—signal hope for wildlife conservation and biodiversity efforts globally.
Whale Stranding Caused by Pod Loyalty During Birth, Report Finds
A new report reveals that the mass stranding of 55 pilot whales on a Scottish beach in 2023 was triggered by the pod following a female experiencing a difficult birth, highlighting complex social behaviours.
Germany Legalises Wolf Hunting After Livestock Attacks Surge
Germany's lower house passes law allowing wolf hunting from July to October, responding to over 200 packs and 4,300 livestock attacks in 2024, sparking political clashes between left and right factions.
Wild Swans Saved by Human Intervention in Nature
In a remarkable turn of events, wild swans face survival challenges, prompting urgent human assistance to protect these majestic birds and their habitats.
King Penguins Return to Falklands in Morning Feeding Ritual
A colony of king penguins, the Falklands' largest penguin species, was photographed returning to Volunteer Point at dawn after foraging for lantern fish, squid, and krill to feed their families.
Chris Packham's Plan: Ashes Mixed with Dogs Under Tree
BBC Springwatch host Chris Packham shares his poetic vision for returning to nature after death, mixing his ashes with his dogs' and being buried beneath a tree to complete the ecosystem cycle.
Deadly Fungal Pathogens Found in Australian Wild Reptiles
Three novel fungal diseases have been detected in wild Australian reptiles, including snake fungal disease, posing a severe threat to biodiversity and ecosystem health.
Europe's Biggest Seabird Wreck in a Decade Leaves Thousands Dead
A major seabird wreck has seen tens of thousands of puffins, guillemots, and other birds wash up dead or starving across European coastlines, linked to stormy weather and climate change impacts.
Protect Caterpillars to Save UK's Plummeting Moth Populations
Charities urge gardeners to adopt a relaxed approach to caterpillars, as moth populations have fallen by 33% since the 1960s due to habitat loss and climate change.
Wildlife Homogenisation Crisis in New 'Homogenocene' Era
Scientists warn that global biodiversity is declining as species become more similar worldwide, entering a new era called the 'Homogenocene' with severe ecological impacts.
Gardeners Urged to Welcome 'Very Hungry Caterpillars' This Spring
The RHS and Wildlife Trusts call for tolerance of plant-nibbling caterpillars to help reverse moth population declines, highlighting their role as pollinators and food sources.
Regent Honeyeater's Lost Song Rediscovered by Wild Tutors
Critically endangered regent honeyeaters have relearned their original song, with wild-born males teaching zoo-bred birds, potentially boosting breeding success in conservation efforts.
Compensation Paid After Girl Killed in Elephant Attack in India
A 17-year-old girl was killed by a wild elephant in Karnataka, sparking protests and leading to government compensation of Rs 20 lakh for her family amid human-wildlife conflict concerns.
Crocodile Found 2,000km South of Habitat in Australian Creek
A 12-year-old boy discovered a juvenile crocodile in Newcastle, Australia, 2,000km from its tropical home. Authorities captured the reptile, suspecting it was an illegal pet release.
Teenager Killed in Sudden Elephant Attack in Southern India
A 17-year-old girl was killed by a wild elephant in Karnataka, highlighting persistent human-wildlife conflict in India where expanding settlements intersect with animal corridors.
Crocodile Mistaken for Log Leads to Family's Narrow Escape
A mother in Australia initially dismissed her son's crocodile sighting as a joke, only to discover a real reptile lurking in a local creek where children often swim.
Crocodile Found 2,000km From Habitat in Australian Creek
A juvenile crocodile was discovered in a temperate Australian creek far from its natural tropical habitat, initially dismissed as a log before authorities confirmed and captured the reptile.
Crocodile Captured in Newcastle Creek After Search
A freshwater crocodile was rescued from Iron Bark Creek in Newcastle, Australia, after a two-day search by handlers from the Australian Reptile Park.
Crocodile Caught in Australian Creek 1,200 Miles From Home
A juvenile freshwater crocodile was captured in a temperate Australian creek 1,200 miles from its natural habitat, sparking initial disbelief and AI-generated fake suspicions.
Deadly Rabbit Virus Threatens 90% of UK Wild Population
A highly virulent strain of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease from China could decimate UK wild rabbits, echoing the devastation of Myxomatosis in the 1950s, with no cure available.
Ken Henry Demands National Wildlife Rescue Funding in Budget
Former Treasury boss Ken Henry is urging the Albanese government to fund national wildlife rescue services, as volunteers struggle with soaring demand from climate disasters.
Taxonomists in Crisis: Identifying Earth's Species
A shortage of taxonomists threatens global biodiversity efforts, with experts warning of a crisis in species identification and conservation.
Australian Zoologist Demands Total Cat Ban to Save Wildlife
A University of Sydney zoologist proposes making cat ownership illegal to prevent extinction of native species, citing billions of annual animal deaths.
Fur Seal Spotted in Sydney's Cooks River, Australia
A fur seal has been sighted in Cooks River, Sydney, Australia, sparking local interest and raising questions about marine wildlife in urban waterways.
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