Arizona lake closes indefinitely to visitors after all of its fish die Wildlife department says drought conditions and water released from dam led to ‘major fish kill’ at San Carlos Lake The Guardian - US · Jun 8
Giving guitarfish a chance: one man’s mission to persuade fishers to farm giant snails instead Marine biologist Issah Seidu has found a way for Ghana’s fishing communities to earn a living – and help protect the ancient and critically endangered fish species The Guardian - UK · Jun 8
Octopus surge spreads up UK coast as far as Scotland, study finds Record numbers linked to warming waters is mixed news for fishers, with shellfish catches down but octopus catches booming The Guardian - UK · Jun 8
The fight to save Australia’s ‘incredibly captivating’ endangered spiny crayfish Global heating is destroying creeks the crayfish call home. They’re the canary in the coalmine for other species living in the delicate ecosystems The Guardian - AU · Jun 7
Western Australia Shark Attack Update: Man who died in fatal incident identified, family breaks silence on his death A spearfisher, aged 35, has died in a suspected shark attack off Western Australia's south coast. The incident occurred near Michaelmas Island. The man was spearfishing with family when the fatal encounter took place. This is the latest in a series of shark-related tragedies in the state's waters. Authorities have… The Economic Times · Jun 7
Tax-break trees: how woodland became a store of wealth for the rich Attempt to turn a stretch of the English-Scottish border into a commercial forest exposes threat to habitats from wealthy investors The Guardian - UK · Jun 7
Fisher with a mission: first woman to chair Grayling Society wants to protect ‘lady of the stream’ Marnie Lovejoy hopes to inspire other women to fish, protect England’s rivers and lift up the ‘beautiful’ grayling The Guardian - UK · Jun 7
Delhi world's second-richest capital for avian diversity, hosts 471 bird species Delhi is the world's second-richest capital for bird diversity. A new Delhi Bird Atlas reveals 471 species. This comprehensive study, a citizen science initiative, maps bird distribution. The first year of a two-year survey is complete. Findings will aid conservation and urban planning. Delhi's unique geography supports this rich avian… The Economic Times · Jun 6
Man killed in third fatal shark attack in Australia in three weeks Diver was spearfishing with his family off coast of Western Australia when he was bitten by a 4.5m shark The Independent UK · Jun 6
1 lakh cockroaches seized in Australia and authorities are concerned about the hidden insect empire Australian authorities have seized over 100,000 exotic cockroaches, including Madagascar hissing cockroaches, from a property in Bathurst, marking the country's largest-ever confiscation of illegal invertebrates. The collection, valued at AUD 200,000, highlights concerns about the environmental risks posed by the illegal trade of non-native species. The Economic Times · Jun 6
Pair of invasive terrapins spotted in Clydebank 'illegally released' into canal Two Terrapins which have been spotted in Clydebank are thought to be a pair 'illegally released' into the canal eight years ago ... The National (Scotland) · Jun 5
Get set for a painted lady summer: big year for orange butterflies in Britain Migrant insects have been seen in large numbers along east coast thanks to heatwave and benign southerly winds The Guardian - UK · Jun 5
Bison settle into new home in Cumbria in scheme to create wildlife-rich habitat The five-strong herd has moved from a pioneering conservation scheme in Kent using bison to manage woodland more naturally. The Independent UK · Jun 5
Australian police seize 100,000 live cockroaches in largest-ever bust Both Madagascar hissing and dubia cockroaches are illegal to import into Australia The Independent UK · Jun 5
AAP · Jun 4 What to know about the New World screwworm fly and its reappearance in the US The New World screwworm fly is threatening the $113 billion U.S. cattle industry for the first time in more than a half century
The Economic Times · Jun 4 The one country on Earth with no mosquitoes has finally lost that title Iceland mosquito discovery: Iceland's long-held status as a mosquito-free nation has ended with the discovery of three Culiseta annulata mosquitoes. Found in Kiðafell, these insects, capable of surviving cold climates, raise questions about potential establishment. While not a health risk, the finding is being monitored as an ecological development.
Frugal Gardening · Jun 4 8 Native Plants That Feed Pollinators and Save You Money A garden can do more than look pretty—it can work like a living support system for bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects. Native plants offer a powerful advantage because they already fit local soil, rainfall, and climate conditions, which means fewer inputs and less maintenance. That combination helps reduce watering bills,…
MyLifeXP · Jun 4 What Makes You a Mosquito Magnet? Almost everyone knows that one person who seems immune to mosquito bites. While others are constantly swatting and scratching, they sit comfortably without a single bite. It often feels like a superpower. The truth is far more fascinating. Mosquitoes do not randomly choose their victims. They use a complex system…
The Independent UK · Jun 4 Cannibal ‘supergiant’ microbe found hunting and devouring members of own species Findings could change how we understand microbe development
AAP · Jun 4 Call for reform amid rampant land clearing, nature loss Environmentalists are calling for sweeping nature law reforms to better protect one state's dwindling fauna and flora.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 4 Country diary: A close-up view of a shimmering beauty Bridport, Dorset: The female in my garden has been a glittering presence of late, but soon she will return to the river to breed
The Guardian - AU · Jun 4 New Zealand whale freed from fishing gear in ‘particularly dangerous’ multi-day operation The nine-metre southern right whale, or tohorā in Māori, is the first of the species to have been recorded entangled in New Zealand waters
Frugal Gardening · Jun 3 Stop Buying These Plants if You Want More Pollinators A yard buzzing with bees, fluttering with butterflies, and visited by hummingbirds feels alive in a way that few landscaping features can match. Pollinators do more than add beauty to outdoor spaces. They help produce fruits, vegetables, and seeds while supporting local ecosystems that depend on their daily work.
International Business Times UK · Jun 3 Ocean Disaster Warning: Scientists Warn Deep-Sea Mining Could Cause Irreversible Damage Scientific review warns deep-sea mining could cause irreversible ocean damage, challenging recovery assumptions and raising global scrutiny.
The Independent UK · Jun 3 Hundreds of whales slaughtered in Faroe Islands as annual cull turns sea blood red ** Warning: Graphic Content ** More than 70 British MPs have called on the UK government to push to ban the hunts