HISTORICAL FACTS: 51 | History Defined

Invasive Species Alien To The West Coast Is Growing At 'Terrifying Speed', Costing Millions To Eradicate

Golden mussels are rapidly spreading along the US West Coast, threatening infrastructure and ecosystems. Emergency measures and costly eradication efforts are underway to contain the invasive species.

International Business Times UK · May 31

Back from brink: India's vultures stage comeback as captive-breeding, release efforts gather pace

Vultures are making a comeback in India after a two-decade decline, with over 700 birds bred in captivity and released into protected tiger reserves. This initiative, led by BNHS and state governments, aims to reverse the impact of toxic veterinary drugs. Encouraging survival and dispersal patterns are being observed, but…

The Economic Times · May 31

Give Bees and Butterflies a Drink: Create a Pollinator Water Station From Recycled Dishes

Summer gardens buzz with life when bees dart between flowers and butterflies float through the air like living confetti. Most gardeners focus on planting colorful blooms packed with nectar, but pollinators also need a safe place to drink during hot weather. Shallow water sources help bees cool down, support butterfly…

Frugal Gardening · May 30

Second wave of South Australia’s toxic algal bloom could be imminent, scientist warns

Algae levels have skyrocketed near tip of Eyre Peninsula and could spread in colder months ahead, oceanographer says

The Guardian - AU · May 29

Conservationists alarmed by drastic cuts to key UK fund for global nature protection

Conservation groups warn slashing Darwin Initiative will put species and habitats in jeopardy, and set back efforts to halt decline in nature

The Guardian - UK · May 29

Hampstead Heath park rangers crack down on 'selfish' swimmers disturbing wildlife at bird sanctuary pond

New signs have been erected to stop swimmers in undesignated ponds

Evening Standard · May 29

Guwahati ring road faces wildlife scrutiny after HC intervention

The Gauhati High Court has mandated an ecological impact study for the Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary. This study by the Wildlife Institute of India is required before construction begins on the Rs 5,730 crore Guwahati Ring Road project. The court's order ensures environmental concerns are addressed. No trees will be felled…

The Economic Times · May 29

Pigeons may be navigating with their liver, study suggests

A study details a surprising new way into how pigeons find their way home

The Independent UK · May 28

Warning over invasive species that is fast-moving and costing this state millions of dollars

A single female can produce over 1 million eggs each year

The Independent UK · May 28

The Book of Birds by Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris audiobook review – a love letter to our feathered friends

This compendium profiles 49 of Britain’s threatened species, with each entry featuring a prose poem evoking the unique qualities of each bird and their meticulously recorded call

The Guardian - UK · May 28