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‘Extinct in the wild’ Barbary lion cubs in Czech zoo to be relocated

Four rare Barbary lion cubs are set to leave Safari Park Dvůr Králové as part of an international effort to protect the critically endangered subspecies.

Nature

Deep-sea livestream stuns Argentina sparking science funding debate

A deep-sea livestream is sparking fascination and raising alarm over cuts to Argentina’s scientific research.

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Flamingos return to Lake Van during seasonal migration

Flamingos have returned to Lake Van in eastern Türkiye as part of their seasonal migration, captivating visitors and nature photographers.

Denmark

Danish zoo asks people to donate small animals to feed its predators

Aalborg zoo said the practice was "nothing new" as the appeal for small animals and horses to feed to predators sparked online backlash.

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Camel dairies signal change in Somalia’s livestock economy

On the outskirts of Mogadishu, camels, a central part of Somali pastoralist life, are increasingly being used in efforts to develop commercial agriculture and dairy production.

Green News

Beaches in France shutter after venomous Portuguese man o'war sighted

The marine creature Physalia physalis — which resemble jellyfish — washed up along the Atlantic coast and beaches in France's Landes region.

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WATCH: 'Pennywise' the sea turtle released back into Atlantic

An adult loggerhead sea turtle weighing 137 kilograms has been released into the Atlantic Ocean after recovering from injuries sustained in a boat strike off Florida’s coast.

Lifestyle

Everything is pawesome: 2025 UK Dog Surfing Championship in pictures

When life’s a beach, take a paws... In pictures: A whippet named Margo became UK Dog Surfing Champ 2025 this weekend.

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Morocco’s first crocodile zipline opens at Agadir park

The Crocodile Park in Agadir has launched a heart-racing new feature, allowing visitors the chance to zipline directly over live crocodile enclosures.

Qatar 365

Horses to Falcons: Preserving Qatar’s animal traditions

In partnership with Media City

From majestic Arabian horses to the ‘gentle giants’ of the sea, whale sharks and the intelligent falcon, Qatar’s animal heritage can be traced back generations. The traditions are kept alive by efforts to preserve their importance to Qatar’s biodiversity and culture.

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Dead humpback whale washes ashore in Rio de Janeiro

A humpback whale was found dead on a beach in Rio de Janeiro on Monday, after drifting ashore near the city’s southern coastline in the early afternoon.

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Japan steps up bear safety measures after recent attacks

In response to bear attacks across Japan, police and local hunters in Tochigi Prefecture held a training exercise to simulate a bear deterrence operation.

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Four injured in final bull run of San Fermín Festival in Pamplona

Four people were injured on Monday during the final bull run of this year’s San Fermín festival in Pamplona, northern Spain.

Green News

Scientists debunk myths about ‘charismatic’ raccoons in Germany

Raccoons join hornets, ibis and some kinds of algae as invasive species putting Europe’s biodiversity at risk.

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Thailand’s star baby hippo Moo Deng celebrates her first birthday

A Thai zoo has thrown a four-day celebration for its internet-famous pygmy hippo, Moo Deng, who has become a global internet sensation.

Smart Regions

Marais d'Orx: how ospreys live

In partnership with the European Commission

Did you know that ospreys have stable mates? After migration they return to their nests to breed. In this episode of Smart Regions, we visit the Marais d'Orx in the south of France, to discover how this bird of prey has been reintroduced into the wetland that was drained by Napoleon.

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San Fermín Festival opens with first bull run in Pamplona

Thousands of runners raced through the narrow, cobbled streets of Pamplona on Monday as the first bull run of Spain's San Fermín festival began.

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Rome zoo cools animals with icy treats as heatwave grips Italy

With temperatures soaring across Italy, staff at Rome’s zoo are handing out ice-filled treats to help animals beat the heat.

The Road To Green

Is honey beekeeping doing more harm than good for other pollinators?

In partnership with The European Commission

As managed honeybee hives multiply, wild bees and butterflies are disappearing. Since honeybees are not endangered, is beekeeping responsible for the decline of other bees?

EU Decoded

Will new animal welfare law curb illegal trade?

The EU has created its first law on the welfare of dogs and cats to be applied across the bloc, targeting illegal trade and harmful practices. A regulation that was long overdue, considering that 44% of EU households have a pet and it's a billion-dollar business.