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False widow spider caught eating shrew as Irish scientists investigate

A pygmy shrew was captured on a spider’s web on a bedroom window, the noble false widow spider then paralysed and hoisted the shrew up before eating it

Irish Mirror

Russia’s aggression threatens efforts to protect nature beyond Ukraine

The Russian invasion of Ukraine launched in February 2022 has sent economic, social and political shock waves around the world. In a newly published policy brief, we and other researchers and conservation scientists describe how these effects extend to biodiversity conservation efforts far beyond Ukraine.

The Conversation

‘Enigmatic’ catfish species that dwells in complete darkness found in India

Newly discovered fish species survives in environment with less oxygen concentration

The Independent UK

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The Mushroom Speaks review – an eccentric, awe-struck ode to fungi

Director Marion Neumann not only pays tribute to the magic of mushrooms but claims they could save humanity from the coming climate apocalypse

The Guardian - UK

Florida researchers capture invasive pythons by attaching GPS collars to prey

Burmese pythons, which can grow up to 20ft, have surged in south Florida due to snake owners releasing them when they get too big

The Guardian - US

Country diary: It’s started – the blue tits are house-hunting

Langstone, Hampshire: They’ve been popping in and out of the nest box we put up, but there’s no guarantee that they’ll sign on the dotted line

The Guardian - UK

Blue whale sighting near Esperance's Cape Le Grand could be a first for the region

John Totterdell was finishing a southern bluefin tuna survey near Cape Le Grand when an enormous icy blue shape emerged near his boat. It was the first time he had ever seen the world's largest animal in the area.

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Sea urchin harvest trial brings scientists, traditional owners and fishers together to help save kelp forests

It's been a creeping problem along the coastline of south-eastern Australia for decades. But scientists, traditional owners and commercial fishers are joining forces in a trial project to help save Australia's Great Southern Reef.

ABC News

Scientists step closer to discovering reason zebras have 'optical illusion' stripes

Researchers at the University of Bristol have been investigating the theory the wild animals developed their black and white markings to put off bugs from biting them

Daily Mirror

Noble false widows: the tiny spiders taking a big bite out of British and Irish wildlife

Over the last two decades, an uninvited guest has made an appearance in and around homes throughout western Europe, including Britain and Ireland, as well as west Asia and the Pacific coast of North and South America.

The Conversation

Walkers warned over spring 'asparagus' mistake that could destroy your home

Early shoots of Japanese knotweed, which looks a lot like asparagus, can be really damaging to your property if they get inside.

Daily Record

Newcastle community groups aim to revive green spaces for wildlife and wellbeing

Six communities in Newcastle are part of a national project which aims to create and restore wild places, improve access to nature for people and provide habitats for wildlife

Chronicle Live

Countries gather to thrash out U.N. ocean protection treaty

Delegations from hundreds of countries will meet in New York this week in an attempt to hammer out a new legally binding ocean protection treaty that green groups believe will decide whether efforts to safeguard global biodiversity can succeed.

Reuters

Arizona aquarium welcomes endangered African penguin chicks

OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale salutes ‘tiny arrivals’ in its population of 40 endangered seabirds

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From the dingo to the Tasmanian devil - why we should be rewilding carnivores

No matter where you live, apex predators and large carnivores inspire awe as well as instil fear.

ABC News

Passionate pest fish busters taking out aggressive, invasive fighting species of tilapia and carp

There's an exciting fishing movement catching on in Australia with pest-busting anglers deliberately targeting introduced species such as Mozambique tilapia and European carp.

The Guardian - UK

Dodo, eagle, sparrow … the 10 birds that changed the world for ever

A veteran naturalist and writer picks the species that have played a key role for humans, from ancient civilisations to today’s climate crisis

The Independent UK

Endangered African penguin chicks hatch at Arizona aquarium

An Arizona aquarium is celebrating the hatching of three African penguin chicks

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Corellas and white cockatoos filling skies and sporting fields across Australia is not all bad news

Australia's corellas and white cockies are raucous, seemingly everywhere, and sometimes almost callously destructive. But there are rules about what you can do about them.

Daily Mirror

David Attenborough admits his biggest regret of his 69 year career is working abroad

Nature documentary maker Sir David Attenborough has had a remarkable 69 year career, but still regrets spending so much time covering natural history overseas

The Guardian - UK

Financial sector ‘critical’ to stemming biodiversity loss, says Thérèse Coffey

UK environment secretary calls on business and finance to make meaningful investment in nature-based solutions

Liverpool Echo

Map shows Merseyside's hotspots for 'UK's most invasive plant'

The plant needs chemicals to treat and you have to legally disclose if it is on your property

The Conversation

Reintroducing top predators to the wild is risky but necessary – here's how we can ensure they survive

Large carnivores are critical to the balance of an ecosystem. In Yellowstone National Park in the western US, grey wolves keep elk populations at a healthy level. This prevents vegetation from being overgrazed and leads to taller woody plants which allow other species, such as beavers, to flourish.

Daily Mirror

Police shoot 13ft crocodile dead after it is caught aggressively stalking humans

The 13ft crocodile was spotted stalking a surfer and a fisherman - who had to chuck rocks at it to stop it approaching - and had to be euthanised due to its "aggressive" behaviour in Queensland, Australia

Daily Record

RSPB forced to clear beaver-friendly brash from Gartocharn burn over salmon fears

The Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) inspected a section of the Aber Burn in Gartocharn earlier this month, ordering the RSPB to remove brash from the water which was preventing protected Atlantic Salmon from migrating to spawn.

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