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Federal wildlife officials are again considering whether a sage grouse species deserves protection under the Endangered Species Act

It is "mushroom photography" season and sightings of fungi glowing in the dark on the NSW South Coast are captivating photographers and researchers alike.

Habitats suitable for elephants in Asia have shrunk by almost two-thirds over the past three centuries, according to a new study.

As the cliffside habitats of the gull come under increasing pressure, artificial nest sites are being built to help the gulls adapt

Langstone, Hampshire: The newts have migrated back to their natal pond to breed, allowing me to study them up close

From the outside, planting trees seems simple. Seedlings want to grow – pop them in the soil, water them and walk away.

Misguided introduction of alien predator saw partula snails driven from their habitat – but zoos have reared new populations

Despite their iconic status and long association with humans, Asian elephants are one of the most endangered large mammals. Believed to number between 45,000 and 50,000 individuals worldwide, they are at risk throughout Asia due to human activities such as deforestation, mining, dam building and road construction, which have damaged…

Less food is falling to dimly-lit waters, home to specially adapted marine life – but emissions cuts would stem decline