Edinburgh Zoo launches new giraffe webcam for wildlife fans to watch from home The ‘giraffe cam’ live stream will give viewers the opportunity to see the zoo’s five Nubian giraffes from home. Daily Record · Sep 30, 2022
Experts' five ways to banish fruit flies from your home They can lay up to 500 eggs at a time Wales Online · Sep 30, 2022
What is a wetland? An ecologist explains Wetlands are areas of land that are covered by water, or have flooded or waterlogged soils. They can have water on them either permanently or for just part of the year. The Conversation · Sep 30, 2022
Spanish police seize smuggled baby eels worth €270,000 Dozens arrested in operation as officials warn of resurgence in trafficking of endangered elvers The Guardian - UK · Sep 30, 2022
Toxic algae: Blooming danger? Tiny and insidious, microalgae are multiplying along our coastlines. Although vital to our survival, some 200 out of 5,000 species studied are harmful to people and ecosystems. As global warming intensifies the problem, our oceans may be growing ever more toxic. The Down to Earth team investigates. France 24 · Sep 30, 2022
Capercaillie at risk of extinction as numbers plummet by 50 per cent THE capercaillie is at real risk of extinction in the UK, with only 542 of the birds estimated to be left in Scotland, according to new data. The National (Scotland) · Sep 30, 2022
Emergency plan to save the capercaillie bird launched as numbers plummet Cairngorms national park drawing up plans as RSPB says latest survey shows population at critical level of 540 The Guardian - UK · Sep 30, 2022
Trout, Pike and the Scottish Youth International’s Award (Fish of the Week: 30.09.22) Maybe the taste of that first frost, fish know the cold weather is coming and so do anglers so we switch up gears and start planning campaigns. Daily Record · Sep 30, 2022
Two eggs from Melbourne's 367 Collins falcon hatch on high-rise, remainder expected to follow Despite a lacklustre start, the stepdad falcon has helped to welcome the new arrivals, with the worst presumed for the biological father. ABC News · Sep 30, 2022
Country diary: Seascape and saltmarsh make a feast for the senses Warkworth, Northumberland: Redshanks and breaking waves provide a perfect soundtrack in crystal clear air The Guardian - UK · Sep 30, 2022
Capercaillie numbers are declining, increasing fears of possible extinction There are now only 542 of the birds estimated to be left in Scotland following a recent survey Wales Online · Sep 30, 2022
'Live fast, die young': on the hunt for the elusive spotted-tailed quoll We join quoll whisperer Dr Andrew Claridge, whose desire to understand their life cycle takes him to the almost untouched Byadbo Wilderness time and time again. The Canberra Times · Sep 30, 2022
Southern resident orca pod falls to lowest number in 46 years SEATTLE — Only 73 southern resident orcas that live along the coast of Oregon, Washington and British Columbia remain as of July 1, according to the latest census from the Center for Whale Research. Tribune News Service · Sep 29, 2022
Let's show a bit of love for the lillipilly. This humble plant forms the world's largest genus of trees – and should be an Australian icon You’re probably familiar with the sight of a lillipilly bush. This hardy Australian staple – a glossy evergreen bearing powder-puff flowers and clusters of bright berries – features in many a garden hedge. The Conversation · Sep 29, 2022
The Conversation · Sep 29, 2022 The night is full of animal life, but scientists know very little about it Human disturbance is rapidly changing the nature of the nocturnal world. Intensive farming, suburban spread, artificially lit cities, and continuously busy road systems mean daytime species are becoming increasingly active throughout the night. Ecologists suggest that the majority of land animals are either nocturnal or active across both the day…
Wales Online · Sep 29, 2022 Dead Octopus found in the River Taff While the octopus was found in the River Taff, there are no native species of freshwater octopus in the UK
Wales Online · Sep 29, 2022 Geriatric giant tortoise Dirk fathers eight babies at 70 Virile reptile is named after the porn star Dirk Diggler from Boogie Nights
Chronicle Live · Sep 29, 2022 Marine deaths on North East beaches more likely to be caused by industrial toxins than algal bloom The deaths were not attributed to one single cause, though a harmful algal bloom was thought to be "significant" at the time. New research has shed more light on a potential cause
Wales Online · Sep 29, 2022 UK bracing itself for invasion of the praying mantis from France Experts reckon climate change is a factor
Daily Mirror · Sep 29, 2022 What are Asian Hornets, what do they look like and how dangerous are they? Asian hornets are rare in the UK. However, members of the public are being warned over a new sighting of the large and distinct insects. Here's everything you need to know about them
The Hindu · Sep 29, 2022 Andhra Pradesh: Developing ‘nagara vanams’ is a priority, says Chittoor DFO More amenities to be created for visitors in Chittoor Park zone
Daily Mirror · Sep 29, 2022 'Psychotic' killer whale scalped and dismembered trainer as horrified tourists looked on WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT SeaWorld trainer Dawn Brancheau was scalped and dismembered by Tilikum the killer whale in front of a packed audience
The Conversation · Sep 29, 2022 Indigenous defenders stand between illegal roads and survival of the Amazon rainforest – elections in Brazil and Peru could be a turning point The Ashéninka woman with the painted face radiated a calm, patient confidence as she stood on the sandy banks of the Amonia River and faced the loggers threatening her Amazonian community.
Daily Record · Sep 29, 2022 Enjoy a day out with exotic animals with a free pass to Blair Drummond Safari Park Pick up this week's West Lothian Courier for details of how to win
Zenger · Sep 29, 2022 World’s Largest Collection Of Rare Orchid Discovered Growing Along Military Base The world’s largest collection of a rare orchid has been discovered growing along the runways of a military airbase in Corsica. The estimated number of Neglected Serapias, or Devil’s Tongue, is 155,000.