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Not all shark bites are attacks, study on shark self-defence finds

This is the first time self-defence in sharks has been documented in detail.

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The shrinking Caspian Sea could leave endangered seals in a tight spot

An area larger than Iceland is likely to dry up, even if the climate ‘only’ warms up by 2C. Here’s what that means in the Central Asian region.

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Nearly 100 year old Galapagos tortoise becomes first time mum

Philadelphia Zoo’s vision is that these hatchlings will be a part of a thriving population of Galapagos tortoises in the future.

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Baby pygmy hippo makes her first appearance at Virginia Zoo

With fewer than 2,500 pygmy hippos remaining in the wild, Poppy’s birth is a valuable boost to the species' population.

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Hundreds of vital fungi species now face the threat of extinction

The ‘giant knight’ is among 1,300 red list species in the fungal kingdom.

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Trump wants to use a ‘God Squad’ that can make species extinct

The Endangered Species Committee has only issued exemptions twice in 47 years, prompting legal action from environmental groups both times.

Travel News

Why has Indonesia ordered Trump’s tourism project to stop?

The government says that mismanagement of rainwater at the resort has halved the size of Lake Lido.

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First steps of Oregon Zoo's baby elephant

The Oregon Zoo introduced its new baby elephant, born on February 1, to the public.

Europe in Motion

Organic fish farms: Which EU countries are at the forefront?

Production of organically farmed fish is growing exponentially.

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Humpback whales in the English Channel: What’s behind the sightings?

Scientists have a few theories to explain the re-appearance of the majestic creatures.

Nature

Nearly a quarter of freshwater animals now face extinction risk

Most species don’t have just one threat putting them at risk of extinction, but many threats acting together.

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How to rescue robins from cold weather this winter

Up to half of garden birds die of cold and hunger in winter. Here’s how to help them survive.

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Rare birth of one of the smallest deer in the world

The birth of a baby pudu named Lenga has given hope to environmentalists in Argentina. He was born on 6 November at the Temaikèn Biopark in Buenos Aires and weighed less than 600 grams at his first appearance.

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More than 1 in 3 tree species worldwide faces extinction, says IUCN

The loss of trees is also a major threat to thousands of other plants, animals and fungi.

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Siamese crocodile returns to Cambodia’s wild

The Siamese crocodile, once thought to be extinct in Cambodia, is making a comeback as a result of a successful reintroduction program that has bred and released captive baby crocodiles into the wild.

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EU must push farmers towards sustainable farming, says WWF

WWF explains how the EU can tighten its wildlife-protecting policies in a critical five-year window for action.

Green News

Is the climate crisis driving sharks into the path of ships?

A new study predicts that collisions between whale sharks and ships could increase by 15,000 times by 2100.

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These 5 British seabirds are now at risk of extinction

Seabirds are threatened by warming oceans and overfishing in the UK.

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Why did the UK's King Charles give royal status to a goat?

As he bestowed the honour, the British King petted the small creature and offered a compliment on the shade of its pale blonde coat.

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Marvel at this herd of majestic wild horses in their natural habitat

Just a few minutes of aerial recording can help to draw conclusions about the past and future of the endangered species.