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Global shark populations are plummeting despite worldwide efforts to curb mass killings for their fins, researchers said in a new report showing that more needs to be done to protect one of the ocean's apex species.

KALPETTAA water bird survey reveals diverse avian species in Wayanad wetland, but overall bird count slightly decreased.

Scientists and conservationists express concerns over the introduction of common carp into river ecosystems in the Nilgiris, fearing catastrophic consequences for endangered species and local ecology.

Initiatives such as the Great Cane Toad Bust aim to curb the growing number of toads after months of favourable breeding conditions

Environmental campaigners say move will threaten marine life and put biodiversity at risk

Anthony Burke’s Indiana record burbot gives a chance to dive into the broader meaning and general unusualness of one of the oddest freshwater fish.

The Woolworths' development was stopped due to the critically-endangered orchids find.

Endangered native numbats are under increasing pressure from climate change, with a new study revealing the furry predators overheat when the temperature soars.

Wildlife documentaries like the BBC’s recent series, Planet Earth III, are renowned for offering breathtaking images of animals in their natural habitats. You’d be forgiven for thinking these shows offer an unmediated portrayal of these animals – an objective window into their lives as they hunt, rest and rear their…

From the Amazon to Africa and south-east Asia, diversity among rainforest species follows the same rule, study shows

All of the saltwater bodies on Earth make up one big ocean. But within it, there is infinite variety – just ask any scuba diver. Some spots have more coral, more sea turtles, more fish, more life.