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104 shark and ray species now receive new protections, but are they enough?

Shark populations have been declining for years, largely due to overfishing. And for years, the solutions offered by researchers have included increasing the number, size and effectiveness of marine protected areas (MPA) and improving the global management of sharks and stingrays in fisheries that catch them.

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Protected birds shot, trapped and poisoned in rising crimewave across the UK

Nada Farhoud looks at what is behind the rising crimewave of protected species of birds being shot, trapped and poisioned - as rare goshawks, golden eagles, barn owls, peregrine falcons and white-tailed eagles are among the victims

Daily Mirror

Bird flu kills sea lions and thousands of pelicans in Peru's protected areas

Bird flu has killed tens of thousands of birds, mostly pelicans, and at least 716 sea lions in protected areas across Peru, the authorities said, as the H5N1 strain spreads throughout the region.

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Botswana has seen a huge spike in rhinoceros poaching over the past 5 years

There's been increased demand for the endangered species' horn by some east Asians who believe it has medicinal properties.

WEKU

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.

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

Newly discovered fish species survives in environment with less oxygen concentration

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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.

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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.

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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

Reuters

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.

The Guardian - US

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

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