Meet the insects that are defying the plunge in biodiversity – new findings
While many surveys show the numbers of wildlife falling, there is good news for some species – including pondskaters and various mosses and lichen.
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What science says about the best ways to cool down
Heatwaves can leave you in a sticky situation.
Illegal wildlife trade is one of the biggest threats to endangered species – and the UK is a key player
This multi-billion pound industry increasingly involves organised crime groups, who see wildlife as a low risk route to profit.
Weird Medieval Guys: this deeply researched book takes you on a romp through the Middle Ages
A wild and fun ride through the wackier bits of Medieval life.
In praise of the humble fruit fly, leading the way on cancer research
Sarah Palin hated them and they’ve helped win Nobel prizes, so what is it about fruit flies that we should value so much?
Bees declared extinct 30 years ago take to UK skies again – thanks to farmers
A species of bee declared extinct in the UK almost 30 years ago is flying again – thanks in part to the efforts of farmers. Researchers have been restoring the short-haired bumblebee to Romney Marsh and…
Why red squirrels are thriving in one corner of Merseyside
Formby is one of the only remaining urban areas in England where red squirrels can be found at all.
How to connect with nature and improve your mental health this winter
Even if you don’t have a garden, there are still ways you can benefit and connect with the nature on your doorstep.
Cupping at the Olympics – what is it and why do athletes use it?
They look sore but it’s fairly harmless – and the effect may really be a placebo.
Your dog may be wilder than you think, according to canine sleep research
The sleep behaviour of dogs explained.
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