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Scottish Government blocks historic island 'guga hunt' from going ahead

The Scottish Government’s environment agency has officially blocked the centuries-old Western Isles 'guga hunt' from going ahead this…

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In 2011, giant African land snails were found in Miami; Florida later sent trained Labradors into gardens to sniff out invaders humans could miss

Florida employed specially trained Labrador retrievers to detect giant African land snails. These dogs aided eradication efforts by locating snails humans could not see. The program successfully removed over 140,000 snails through various methods. After years of surveillance, the 2011 outbreak was declared eradicated in 2021. New snail populations have…

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Around 1900, the US planted Chinese tallow across the Gulf Coast as a commercial oil crop; it later invaded southern forests and can be toxic to cattle

Chinese tallow trees, once valued for commercial oils, now pose an invasive threat. These fast-growing trees spread rapidly across southern United States forests and grasslands. Their dense growth outcompetes native vegetation and alters wildlife habitats significantly. Controlling these invasive species requires persistent, combined management strategies. Preventing new ornamental plantings remains…

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In 1986, Alan Watson Featherstone promised to restore Scotland's ancient Caledonian Forest, and by 2012 one million native trees had been planted

Alan Watson Featherstone pledged to restore Scotland's ancient Caledonian Forest in 1986. Decades of volunteer work and conservation efforts transformed this ambitious promise. Trees for Life planted one million native trees, marking a significant restoration milestone. The organization then launched a new mission to plant another million trees. This extensive…

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A Minnesota scientist spent decades earning the trust of wild black bears until they let him walk beside them

In the mid 1980s, Minnesota wildlife biologist Lynn Rogers began an unusual experiment in the forests of the Superior National Forest, attempting to habituate wild black bears to his presence closely enough that he could walk alongside them, unarmed, for hours at a time. Over decades of painstaking, repeated contact,…

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Suspected mass bird flu deaths found in second state as Murray Watt warns ‘this is the beginning’

Environment minister says Australia has ‘long and difficult journey’ and says more mass mortality events likely

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Jack Backman thought he had caught a crappie while fishing for walleye; certified scales showed the one-pound pumpkinseed had broken South Dakota’s record from 1970

A routine fishing trip on South Dakota's Wall Lake turned into a record-breaking moment for teenager Jack Backman after he caught a one-pound pumpkinseed, setting a new state record. Thinking he had hooked a crappie, Backman was surprised to discover the rare catch. The fish beat a 12-ounce state record…

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In 2001, California began using helicopters to scatter poisoned grain across Anacapa Island after black rats devoured up to 70% of seabird eggs

The introduction of black rats posed a significant threat to the seabird nesting habitats on Anacapa Island. In response, an extensive eradication initiative was launched using helicopters and baiting methods. Following rigorous efforts, invasive rat populations were eliminated from the island's three islets, leading to a swift resurgence of native…

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In 1727, colonists brought English ivy to America to cover shady gardens, and now its evergreen vines smother forests and weigh down trees

Introduced by settlers in 1727, English ivy was prized for its low-maintenance evergreen ground cover qualities. This hardy vine later spread beyond gardens, becoming a significant invasive species across the nation. Its aggressive growth in two distinct stages damages native plants and weakens host trees. Despite its ecological harm, nurseries…

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In 1850, Britain received Japanese knotweed as an exotic garden ornament; its rapid growth later turned the Victorian prize into a national menace

A plant introduced from Japan in 1850 became a significant invasive species. Japanese knotweed's rapid spread caused widespread ecological and financial problems. Its rhizomes can regenerate from tiny fragments, making eradication difficult. Legislation now controls its growth, and its presence impacts property values. This ornamental import ultimately outgrew its welcome…

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‘I have an understanding housemate’: the student who makes videos of fungus on faeces

Alfred Drummond-Herdman’s extraordinary timelapses have been viewed by millions – and led him to identify new species

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In 1921, a vampire-like sea lamprey appeared above Niagara Falls; by the late 1930s, it had spread through the Great Lakes and devastated native lake trout

A parasitic sea lamprey entered Lake Erie in 1921, spreading rapidly through the Great Lakes. This invasive species devastated native fish populations, causing a severe fishery collapse. Lake trout catches plummeted dramatically, impacting local economies and jobs. The United States and Canada formed a commission to control the lamprey population.…

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In 2000, an aquarium plant escaped into California waters; removing the ‘killer algae’ took six years and over $7 million

Some of the biggest ecological disasters start in the least likely places. Here it may have started with a home aquarium. An online report by the Centre for Invasive Species Research states that an ornamental seaweed, Caulerpa taxifolia, escaped into the coastal waters of Southern California in 2000, likely after…

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In 1997, California officials poisoned Lake Davis to kill invasive northern pike; the fish returned within two years

California officials battled invasive northern pike in Lake Davis using fish poison. Initial poisoning efforts in 1997 failed to permanently remove the predatory fish. A second, more extensive operation in 2007 finally eradicated the invasive species. This decade-long struggle highlights the unpredictable nature of invasive species eradication. Lake Davis is…

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In 1946, an Audubon ornithologist travelled 26,000 miles searching for the unknown nesting ground of America's last 15 migratory whooping cranes; their wild population now approaches 700

The whooping crane faced extinction with only fifteen birds remaining in 1941. Ornithologist Robert Porter Allen embarked on a mission to find their unknown nesting grounds. His extensive research and aerial surveys eventually located the birds in Canada's remote Northwest Territories. Decades of conservation work, including habitat protection and captive…

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First Australian mass mortality event suspected as deadly bird flu virus rapidly escalates among native birds

Helicopter surveillance finds dead and dying greater crested terns off South Australian coast as H5 virus spreads

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Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico beaches swathed in record levels of seaweed

Swaths of sargassum are blanketing the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico, suffocating shorelines and snuffing out marine life while spooking visitors in areas that depend heavily on tourism

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Ponds need more than a drop of protection

Letters: Readers respond to an editorial arguing that freshwater havens require a law of their own

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How to revive an orchid plant: 4 ways to help your flower thrive again

Is your orchid looking a little worse for wear? Don't give up on it just yet; these steps could bring it back

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Critically endangered sawfish are still killed for teeth carved into cockfighting spurs; one rostrum can produce products worth roughly $8,000

Sawfish are now targeted for their unique rostrums, which are carved into spurs for illegal cockfighting. This hidden trade, particularly prevalent in Peru, devastates critically endangered sawfish populations. A single sawfish rostrum can fetch thousands of dollars, fueling this illicit and profitable market. Enforcement proves difficult due to the informal…

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In 1991, America listed the razorback sucker as endangered; 35 years later, it has been moved to threatened after one population reached about 36,000 adults

After more than 30 years of conservation work, the US Fish and Wildlife Service has reclassified the razorback sucker from endangered to threatened under the Endangered Species Act. The freshwater fish, found only in the Colorado River basin, has recovered through habitat restoration, fish stocking and control of invasive species.…

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Huge great white spotted traveling off US and Canada as shark sightings surge

Contender, largest tagged male great white, heading north as overheating oceans alter range of several shark species

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North America once had 400 million beavers. Nearly wiped out by the 1900s, they are now restoring rivers, wetlands and wildlife one dam at a time

Once nearly eradicated due to extensive fur trapping, beavers are making a notable comeback in North American rivers. Their innate talent for constructing dams contributes to the formation of ponds and wetlands, which support a wide array of wildlife. The rejuvenated habitats formed by beavers enhance resilience against droughts and…

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A California wildlife biologist risked cliff falls and eagle attacks to monitor and foster bald eagle chicks; by 2018, the Channel Islands had 20 breeding pairs

Bald eagles have been successfully reintroduced to California's Channel Islands. Decades of dedicated conservation efforts brought these birds back from local extinction. This recovery also aided the resurgence of native ecosystems and island fox populations. The successful restoration now serves as a model for ecological recovery. These islands are a…

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In 1957, Nevis released cactus moths to clear prickly pear from rangeland; the insects spread and later threatened native cacti in Florida

A moth introduced to control invasive prickly pear cactus in the Caribbean later threatened native plants. This biological control agent spread from Nevis to Florida after its 1957 release. Scientists investigated the moth's behavior and its impact on native cactus species. Researchers explored methods like sterile insect technique for population…

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