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Nearly 20,000 live animals seized in wildlife trafficking crackdown

The global illegal wildlife trade shows no sign of slowing down, driven by specific market demands like food, perceived medicinal benefits, as ‘luxury’ items or for the pet trade.

Nature

India's conservation efforts result in roaring success for tigers

Protecting these big cats means India is now home to roughly 75 per cent of the global tiger population.

São Tomé and Príncipe

Tourists in São Tomé watch release of baby turtles into sea

The territorial sea of São Tomé and Príncipe is home to five of the seven species of sea turtles in the world.

Travel News

These jaw-dropping travel photos will inspire you to hit the road

2024's winning travel images include entries from photographers as young as nine-years-old.

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Green News

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.

Green News

Antarctic tourism is booming: Can it be sustainable?

The presence of humans in this fragile, remote ecosystem comes with major risks.

Nature

How bees might be a sweet solution to human-elephant conflicts

Kenyan wildlife authorities kill between 50 and 120 elephants each year because of attacks on humans.

Scenes

Watch: The wildlife photographer capturing Qatar's hidden animal kingdom

In partnership with Media City

Hamad Al-Khulaifi, a former wildlife hunter, is dedicated to protecting and raising awareness for Qatar's unique biodiversity.

Experiences

Searching for Christmas spirit on a Canadian Arctic cruise

Warmth can be found in the coldest of places, as an expedition through the Northwest Passage brings festive joy.

Nature

A stuck squirrel and 9 other animal photos to give you a giggle

The competition hopes to use humour and exceptional photography to promote conservation.

Nature

How did an Antarctic penguin end up in Australia?

The runaway emperor penguin was seen attempting belly slides on the sands of an Australian beach.

Destinations

Why Lithuania’s National Parks Are Europe’s Best Nature Getaway

Experience a new side of Europe: Explore the forests, lakes, and folklore of Lithuania’s underrated national parks.

Nature

The EU’s border-building spree is hurting wildlife, experts warn

Bison and other animals are at risk from sharpening borders like the Polish-Belarusian wall, which cuts through the Białowieża Forest.

Nature

Can a new ‘nature envoy’ bring UK wildlife back from the brink?

The news comes as the COP16 biodiversity conference kicks off in Colombia.

Experiences

Northern Lights and penguin parades: Where to embrace nature in 2025

What will be the biggest travel trend in 2025? It’s time to go back to nature, says Vrbo.

Nature

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.

Nature

Tadpoles beat post-coital lions to win wildlife photo of the year

Now in its 60th year, the Natural History Museum's competition is shining a spotlight on species that are often overlooked.

Nature

The toxic afterlife of thousands of shipping containers lost at sea

A single container changes the micro-ecosystem around it - impacting seafloor species that scientists are still discovering.

Health news

New analysis of animals in Wuhan could help reveal COVID origins

A new genetic analysis looks at species of animals present at the Wuhan market that may have spread COVID-19 to people.

Climate

Drought-hit Zimbabwe and Namibia forced to kill hundreds of elephants

In Zimbabwe, the elephants will be taken from an area where the population has become unsustainable.