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'Big cat' sighting by UK dogwalker next to a stream could be linked to drought

Big cats - an animal which is bigger than a large dog and similar in appearance to a puma or panther - have been venturing further since Covid lockdowns, said a wildlife expert

Daily Mirror · Aug 31, 2022

Natural compound found in trees combats superbugs, scientists discover

It could offer new treatments in the future

Wales Online · Aug 31, 2022

Tarantula tunnels under Colorado highways may promote mating, stop squishing, bug advocates say

Arachnid advocates trying to prevent the squishing of tarantulas as they seek mates on southeastern Colorado plains have asked the Colorado Department of Transportation to create safe crossing tunnels under several highways.

The Denver Post · Aug 31, 2022

Stony Corals Use Fan System To Save Themselves From Climate Change

Corals have developed a sophisticated internal fan system to protect themselves from climate change, a new study has revealed.

Zenger · Aug 30, 2022

This spider-eating, nest-sharing bat was once safe from fire – until the Black Summer burnt its rainforests

Am I not pretty enough? This article is part of The Conversation’s series introducing you to unloved Australian animals that need our help.

The Conversation · Aug 30, 2022

Beloved Zebra Dies After Being Gored By Antelope

A beloved zebra named Puga has died after it was gored by an antelope in its zoo enclosure.

Zenger · Aug 30, 2022

Chicago fishing, Midwest Report: Canada, London, shore kings, smallies, big coho, catfish, sturgeon

This sprawling raw-file Midwest Fishing Report sprawls worldwide to include Canada and London; and there’s more, including info for the long holiday weekend, shoreline salmon and trout, big coho on southern Lake Michigan, and Wisconsin sturgeon.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 30, 2022

Pest expert details four hornet repellents ahead of predicted rise this autumn

Hornets are the largest of the wasp family and are most commonly seen in Britain from May to September

Daily Record · Aug 30, 2022

University staff rescue Peregrine Falcon chick trapped at historic tower

Glasgow university staff have rescued a bird of prey chick as it struggled to return to its nest.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 30, 2022

Spanish police investigate ‘mega party’ held in fragile saltwater lagoon

Gathering of as many as 100 boats in protected Mar Menor may have broken environmental laws

The Guardian - UK · Aug 30, 2022