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Only 10% of Brits realise the human consequences of biodiversity loss

The planet’s biodiversity is collapsing and research has revealed that we need to take the threat more seriously.

Nature

Why has a tree been named after Leonardo DiCaprio?

A ghost orchid, a toothy mushroom and a killer tobacco plant are also among the pantheon of recently named plants.

Green News

Return of the tequila fish gives scientists something to cheer about

The 7cm fish has been reintroduced to Mexico nearly 20 years after it disappeared from the wild.

Scenes

The Indonesian conservationists saving endangered gibbons

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“We can now only sometimes hear the sounds of the gibbons in the morning or evening. Before, according to locals, it used to be very noisy.”

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Nature

An album of birds squawking has beaten Mariah Carey this Christmas

The tweets of 53 species facing the risk of extinction were recorded over nearly four decades.

Destinations

Thailand is reopening, but it doesn’t want everyone back

The country is aiming to ditch mass tourism by encouraging 'quality' visitors.

Nature

This Scotsman walked across Canada to save the Highland forest

Michael Yellowlees and his dog, Luna, completed an 8,000-kilometre trek across Canada to raise money to rewild the Scottish highlands.

Green News

Bottom trawling is rife in Spain’s waters, new report shows

The protected status of Spain’s coastal waters is "a mirage" for endangered turtles and other species, say ocean campaigners.

Experiences

Welcome to the rugged Cornish island run by seals

Conservation volunteers are camping for four months on Looe Island, Cornwall, to protect its wildlife and environment.

Nature

How are these everyday objects fighting wildlife crime in Africa?

This first of its kind initiative lets you own part of the International Anti-Poaching Foundation’s story.

Nature

Birth of a rare Arabian leopard cub raises hopes of saving the species

There are only 200 Arabian leopards left in the wild.

Ocean

How Antarctica is helping in the climate fight and how to protect it

Not even the most remote place on Earth has been spared from man-made damage. Here’s how we can protect Antarctica and why it’s important to act now.

Nature

These ordinary animals secretly glow in the dark

Experts say they are still unclear on the reason why some animals glow under ultraviolet light.

Green News

‘Amazon of Europe’ is first UNESCO biosphere to cover five nations

Five European countries have come together to officiate the biggest transnational UNESCO biosphere reserve.

Green News

HS2 explained: Why people are fighting the UK’s ‘inept' new railway

The UK’s largest infrastructure project in generations faces a debate in parliament tonight. We take a look at the history of HS2 and its profound environmental impacts.

Nature

Good news for tuna as they bounce back from the brink of extinction

The IUCN has just released its latest Red List update and there are positive signs for several species of tuna.

Nature

These funny animal photos are helping endangered species

The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards pull together some of the best funny animal pictures for a very good cause.

Green News

Why is this charity offering staff extra long lunch breaks?

Flexible working hours are being offered to volunteers and workers at one UK National Trust site that recorded extreme temperatures in 2019.

Nature

This 24-hour wildlife watch is funding a hospital for Europe’s otters

Expert Ross Lawford is raising funds with an otter watching marathon to help the comeback of these elusive creatures.

Green News

Amazon customers want to be more green, survey shows

Conservationists say the tech company needs to look closely at its environmental impact - and take real action.