What does biodiversity mean?
The word biodiversity is a contraction of 'biological diversity'. Humans rely on biodiversity to survive.
Why is biodiversity important?
The benefits biodiversity brings are called ecosystem services. Biodiversity keeps us all alive, but it also helps to make our lives healthy and safe.
Find out more about the benefits of biodiversity.
Do your bit for nature
Biodiversity is connected to almost every aspect of our lives, but it needs our help. Small actions can make a big difference.
Loss of biodiversity
Learn more about the state of Earth's biodiversity.
Our Broken Planet: The Podcast
Hear from scientists, activists and people at the forefront of the climate and biodiversity crises.
Threats to biodiversity
Why is biodiversity under threat? What's causing biodiversity loss?
How are climate change and biodiversity loss linked?
The climate crisis and biodiversity loss are closely connected but the good news is, so are the solutions.
Discovering new species and monitoring biodiversity
Conservation of biodiversity
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How ancient whale bones could help to restore the Antarctic
It's very difficult to know what the Antarctic was like before humans arrived – but whale bones could hold the answer.
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Almost 80% of nature critical for human wellbeing is outside of protected areas, analysis finds
New research is now mapping where these vital regions are.
21 October 2024 -
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Wildlife populations have plummeted by 73% in half a century
The WWF’s Living Planet Report comes with a stark warning that we are reaching a point of no return for nature.
11 October 2024 -
Biodiversity
What is a species, and how many species are there?
Find out the different ways scientists have of describing what species are, how they form and how many there are on Earth.
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Almost 70% of all plastic waste is produced by just 20 countries
Each year, 52 million tonnes of plastic waste enters the environment.
4 September 2024 -
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Pollution revealed as the greatest threat to healthy soils
Food security and biodiversity are threatened by the chemicals contaminating our soils.
3 September 2024 -
Anthropocene
Climate hope, grief and resilience
Activists and scientists share what brings them climate joy and how they stay motivated in the face of the climate and nature crisis.
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Human population boom will increase contact with wild animals
More and more land will be shared between people and wildlife by 2070.
21 August 2024 -
Science news
Tropical beetles unknown to science at higher risk of extinction
Humans are having a devastating effect on biodiversity, but the impacts might be worse than we thought.
20 August 2024 -
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Rewilding Scottish Highlands could help UK hit 30 by 30 conservation goal
Northern Scotland is among the quarter of Europe that could be suitable for rewilding.
15 August 2024 -
Anthropocene
Palm oil: The controversial ingredient that’s in nearly everything
Find out the facts about palm oil and its impact on the health of rainforests.
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Science news
Scientists genetically remove prickles from flowering plants
Genetically removing the prickles from crops could have huge benefits for agriculture.
2 August 2024 -
Science news
New technology protects crops by testing the air for the DNA of plant diseases
Plant infections can now be detected in our crops before they’re even visible.
2 August 2024 -
Meet the artist unveiling the mysteries under the water’s surface
Sound artist Jana Winderen talks about her experiences recording underwater noises and exploring sound pollution in our waters.
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Science news
Conservationists need to pay more attention to ‘degraded’ tropical forests
We’ve been underestimating the importance of partially logged forests.
1 August 2024 -
Science news
North Sea oil rig pollution linked to seafloor biodiversity decline
The North Sea’s oil and gas rigs impact more than the atmosphere.
29 July 2024 -
British wildlife
Our ponds are where it’s at
Find out what wildlife you can see at our ponds and how they support life in our gardens.
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Collections
Twelve treasures of our gardens
From hidden highlights to star sights and surprising sounds, explore 12 treasures in our new gardens.
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Anthropocene
Seaweed farming for sustainable food
Growing food on land can be challenging and costly for the planet. Discover how seaweed farming offers a solution.
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Science news
World’s smallest living elephants listed as Endangered on Red List
Only 1,000 Bornean elephants are thought to be left in the wild.
27 June 2024 -
News
Frog ‘saunas’ could help species to battle deadly disease
Artificial hotspots might be able to help frogs fight off chytridiomycosis.
26 June 2024 -
Anthropocene
Wetlands: Our hidden climate superpower
Boosting biodiversity and locking away more carbon from our atmosphere than forests, wetlands are incredible ecosystems.
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Flies cross mountains and continents in one of the largest migrations on Earth
One of the world’s largest migrations is made by some of its smallest inhabitants.
12 June 2024 -
What on Earth?
Lifting the lid on gay natural history
Discover the extraordinary diversity of sex and sexual behaviour in nature.
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Science news
New species of vegetarian piranha named after Lord of the Rings villain Sauron
The newly described Myloplus sauron highlights how little we know about South America’s biodiversity.
11 June 2024 -
News
Tiny flower that survived deforestation named as new species
Amalophyllon miraculum reveals that the region’s biodiversity may not have suffered as badly as first feared.
11 June 2024 -
Anthropocene
From aurochs to burgers
Uncover the past, present and future of cattle and what this means for climate change and nature.
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Science news
UK’s hidden biodiversity could be revealed by technology that samples the air for DNA
By sequencing airborne eDNA, a new project hopes to find out more about the UK’s wildlife.
10 June 2024 -
Anthropocene
Eleven ways to help birds in towns and cities
Increasing urbanisation is putting pressure on many birds. Here are 11 top tips for helping your local feathered friends.
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Science news
A handful of big flower groups represent a quarter of all species
Dandelions, buttercups and brambles might help to answer some of the biggest questions in botany.
29 May 2024 -
Science news
Most comprehensive seal family tree reveals the hidden history of walruses
Seal diversity is just a snapshot of the species that used to exist.
24 May 2024 -
Anthropocene
Can seagrass sow hope for the planetary emergency?
Seagrass meadows store carbon, safeguard shorelines and support marine life. But they’re disappearing at a rapid rate.
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A third of surveyed UK bird species have declined since the 1990s
Some of the UK’s most recognisable birds are vanishing before our eyes.
21 May 2024 -
Anthropocene
Remembering the Tasmanian tiger or thylacine
Looking back at the story of the Tasmanian tiger, the echoes of colonialism and its impact on Australia’s wildlife today.
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Blueprint launched to save 1,000 of the world’s most threatened fishes
A new project to kickstart conservation for some of the world’s rarest fishes is making a splash.
15 May 2024 -
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Governments falling short of protecting the world’s oceans
Protections for the world’s oceans need strengthening, a new report suggests.
9 May 2024 -
Anthropocene
The resilient coral reefs surviving ocean warming
Ocean warming is threatening coral reefs but some reefs are surviving the warming waters and offer hope for these vital ecosystems.
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Science news
Organic compost and diverse gardens are best for the UK’s earthworms
Making our gardens earthworm friendly could help urban spaces become more resilient.
30 April 2024 -
Anthropocene
Future proofing with fungi
From helping us grow our food to tackling our plastic waste problem, fungi can help us achieve a more sustainable future.
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River restoration is encouraging Atlantic salmon to return to heart of UK
For the first time in 100 years, Atlantic salmon are once again spawning in the upper waters of the River Derwent.
8 April 2024 -
Science news
Expedition to the Pacific deep sea reveals extraordinary creatures never seen before
An international team of scientists have spent the last few weeks finding out what is living 4,000 metres beneath the surface.
25 March 2024 -
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Number of threatened bird species falls in latest conservation update
We now know more about the threats affecting birds than ever before.
14 March 2024 -
Anthropocene
Barbary macaques: Europe and north Africa’s last monkeys
Learn about Barbary macaques and the challenges they face.
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Science news
Giant fishes in the Mekong River at risk of extinction
Some of the world’s largest and most unusual fishes could be wiped out.
8 March 2024 -
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Solo south African orcas learn how to hunt great white sharks
The orcas have learnt to catch and eat young great white sharks in less than two minutes.
1 March 2024 -
News
Newly discovered deep-sea species could help to protect fragile ocean habitats
As many as 100 new species of deep-sea animals may have been discovered living on undersea mountains.
27 February 2024 -
British wildlife
Uncovering the hidden life in soil
Our scientists have been digging tiny holes in soil in allotments, gardens and museum lawns around the country.
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Science news
Snakes’ rapid evolution might be the secret of their success
They might not have legs, but snakes are outpacing their relatives in the race to evolve.
22 February 2024 -
Science news
New species of pirate spiders discovered on South Atlantic island
Named in honour of two dedicated conservationists, the discovery of the spiders could help to protect at-risk forests on St Helena.
15 February 2024 -
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Coral reefs cover more of Earth’s surface than realised, new estimates reveal
Satellite images have revealed a missing 64,000 square kilometres of coral cover, an area similar to the size of Ireland.
13 February 2024 -
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Migratory fish, mammals and birds at risk of extinction
The first State of the World’s Migratory Species report found that countries aren’t doing enough to save threatened species.
12 February 2024 -
Science news
Scientists plan ‘seaweed breakthrough’ to restore threatened species
Seaweeds play a vital role in the modern world, but their existence is under threat.
2 February 2024 -
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Ban on sandeel fishing to support UK’s struggling seabirds
The fishing of sandeels in the UK’s portion of the North Sea will be banned from April.
1 February 2024 -
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Tiny ants are changing the diet of Kenya’s lions
Invasive ants are reducing tree cover on the savannah, causing lions to hunt buffalo over zebra.
25 January 2024 -
British wildlife
Life in soil
Dark, dramatic and dead set on decomposition, soil is alive. Find out the dirt on soil’s drama.
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How do we know which parts of the planet to protect?
Nations around the world have agreed to protect 30% of the land and sea by the year 2030.
8 December 2023 -
Science news
Skull shape can predict how extinct vultures fed on carrion
Variations in the skull shape of vultures have been found to coincide with the preferred method each species uses to feed on a carcass.
21 November 2023 -
What on Earth?
Convergent evolution explained with 13 examples
The same useful traits appear again and again in nature.
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Science news
Bird beaks reveal the changeable nature of evolution
The Natural History Museum’s collections are helping scientists to get a handle on how evolution works.
25 October 2023 -
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The world’s last untouched wildernesses are at risk of becoming farmland
The last remaining wildernesses on Earth could be swept away to feed humanity’s growing appetite.
19 October 2023 -
Science news
Loss of tropical pollinators puts chocolate and coffee production at risk
The tropical crops may face an uncertain future amid rising temperatures and habitat loss.
12 October 2023 -
Science news
Climate change threatens thousands of amphibians with extinction
Amphibians are the most threatened group of vertebrates in the world.
4 October 2023 -
News
Schools in England invited to join new programme to boost nature in education
The National Education Nature Park will create a network of green spaces right across the country.
4 October 2023 -
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One in six species at risk of going extinct in Great Britain
Wildlife in the UK has declined on average by 19% since monitoring began in 1970.
27 September 2023 -
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Europe’s bumblebees threatened with extinction as their habitats shrink
Rising temperatures and habitat loss could spell an uncertain future for bumblebees in Europe.
13 September 2023 -
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Invasive red fire ants found in Europe for the first time
Red imported fire ants are one of the world’s most damaging invasive species.
11 September 2023 -
Science news
‘Dividing line’ for undersea wildlife discovered in the deep Pacific Ocean
The pattern of diversity in the deep sea is more complex than first thought.
24 July 2023 -
British wildlife
Ticks, tick bites and Lyme disease: How to protect yourself
Ticks are becoming increasingly common in the UK and can carry a health risk for people and pets.
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New species of palm found to flower and fruit underground
A newly described palm species from Borneo has been discovered with the unusual phenomenon of producing its fruit and flowers below ground.
7 July 2023 -
Behind the Science: Ashwini Mohan highlights the challenges of being an international researcher
International scientists must overcome many obstacles to obtain research posts in the UK.
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New forests and restoration among proposals for England’s woodlands
A new report offers a path to recover England's woodlands, one that could increase the country's biodiversity from the mid-2040s onwards.
28 June 2023 -
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Australian lizard species rediscovered following extinction fears
The Victorian grassland earless dragon was last seen in 1969, but recent surveys of its habitat have revealed new populations of the species.
27 June 2023 -
Anthropocene
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Hear stories from the front line of the planetary emergency, as well as solutions from nature, science and people power.
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New flying gecko species reveals hidden biodiversity of northern India
The oldest group of lizards has just gained their newest member.
12 June 2023 -
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Well-loved specimens by our South Asian scientists
Our South Asian scientists share their research and their favourite specimen.
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Invasive oak processionary moth caterpillars cause concern for England’s trees
An insect that can be hazardous to human health is spreading across southeast England.
8 June 2023 -
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World’s longest fence affecting the development of kangaroos
Kangaroos spring up faster when they’re living with their predators.
6 June 2023 -
British wildlife
Dusk till dawn: The secret world of night creatures
Our top tips for how to see nocturnal animals as they go about their busy lives after dark.
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Imports of ivory from hippos and killer whales to be banned in the UK
Five species are set to receive greater legal protection under a new extension to the UK’s ivory ban.
31 May 2023 -
News
Britain has lost 73 million birds over the last 50 years
Most of the declining species are farmland birds.
12 May 2023 -
Science news
Noisy neighbours: Listening in to nature in cities and towns
Urban soundtracks allow us to listen in to wildlife, from calling birds and shouting foxes to chirping insects and quiet worms.
12 May 2023 -
Science news
New group of butterflies named after Lord of the Rings villain Sauron
While there are currently only two members of the genus Saurona, many more as-yet-undescribed species are thought to exist.
7 May 2023 -
Science news
Monitoring changes in Wikipedia pageviews could help save wildlife
Scientists have developed an ambitious new tool which monitors the monthly changes in Wikipedia pageviews for thousands of species.
4 May 2023 -
British wildlife
How well do you know your nature sounds? Take the quiz and find out
Think you know your birds from your bees?
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Behind the Science: Chawatat pursues elusive Southeast Asian bumblebees
Thai PhD student Chawatat investigates the hidden lives of Southeast Asian bumblebees.
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Science news
Sea ice algae on which Arctic animals rely under threat from climate change
Traces of ice algae have been found in many animal groups revealing the critical importance of algae and the sea ice on which it grows to the fragile Arctic ecosystem.
19 April 2023 -
Science news
Hanuman plover makes a comeback as a species after 86 years
Named after a Hindu god, it is hoped that resurrecting the species will focus conservation attention on at-risk habitats.
17 April 2023 -
News
Almost half of all UK bird species in decline
Bird populations in the UK continue to freefall as the government moves further away from achieving its own targets to protect nature.
14 April 2023 -
News
Can ancient food webs help predict biodiversity collapse?
A gradual decline in biodiversity may have led to a more devastating ecosystem collapse during the Permian-Triassic mass extinction.
11 April 2023 -
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Beaver families thriving in the West Country after unofficial reintroductions
As many as 50 beavers could be living in Somerset and Wiltshire, Natural England has revealed.
28 March 2023 -
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Biodiversity at risk as development encroaches into 80% of vital habitats
Development in Key Biodiversity Areas poses a risk to the stability and survival of unique ecosystems.
24 March 2023 -
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Beavers reintroduced in Ealing after London rewilding projects funded
22 rewilding schemes will share £850,000 to help bring back nature in the UK's capital city.
11 October 2023 -
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Climate change 'survival guide' finds 1.5⁰C is achievable, but needs urgent action
The latest climate report reveals that the world is more than capable of tackling climate change, but current action simply isn't enough.
20 March 2023 -
Science news
Extinctions on the island of the dodo are pushing plants towards extinction
Almost a third of Mauritius' native fruits are no longer being dispersed as no animals are big enough to swallow their seeds.
16 March 2023 -
News
Over half of Britain's plant species are now non-native
Of the almost 3,500 British plant species, non-native plants now outnumber native species by 51% to 49%.
10 March 2023 -
News
Historic treaty to protect the world's oceans finally agreed
Nations have reached a historic agreement to protect the world's oceans from exploitation.
6 March 2023 -
News
UK creates three new 'highly protected' marine nature reserves in England
While conservationists have welcomed the announcement, they've also raised concerns that the proposals aren't enough to protect vulnerable marine habitats.
28 February 2023 -
News
Plans to reintroduce lynx and wolves to England could be put on hold
Thérèse Coffey has told farmers that she does not support reintroducing wolves and lynx to the English countryside.
24 February 2023 -
British wildlife
What happens to frogs and dragonflies when their pond disappears?
Natural ponds come and go. They fill up when it's wet and empty when it’s dry. Pond wildlife has learnt to live in these changeable worlds in remarkable ways.
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Dodo 'de-extinction' announcement causes conservation debate
While some argue de-extinction could help to restore damaged ecosystems, others believe it is an expensive distraction from the threats facing living species.
15 February 2023 -
News
Everyone should live within a 15-minute walk of nature
The UK government has released plans to restore the natural world.
31 January 2023 -
British wildlife
The best small trees, climbers and shrubs to plant for wildlife
Shrubs, climbers and small trees provide important food and shelter for insects, birds and other animals.
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Critically Endangered Yangtze finless porpoise shows signs of recovery
The Yangtze finless porpoise has faced habitat loss and a reduced range as a result of sand mining, but a suspension of the practice offers hope that they could recover.
16 January 2023 -
News
Invasive rats are affecting the behaviour of algae-farming fish
Invasive rats are devastating tropical islands, with effects reaching far beyond the land.
5 January 2023 -
News
The conservation success stories of 2022
Here are just 20 of the ways humanity's efforts to help nature paid dividends in 2022.
4 January 2023 -
Science news
Museum scientists described 351 new species in 2022
It has never been more important to describe as much of the natural world as possible.
30 December 2022 -
Collections
Christmas plants: The traditions and science of festive flora
Two Museum experts highlight the stories and science behind some of our most festive flora.
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Collections
Alexandra Daisy Ginsberg on the Lost Rhino
Discover the inspiration and concept behind the installation and gain a deeper understanding of what's on display.
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Anthropocene
Renewable energy and its importance for tackling climate change
Get the facts about sustainable energy.
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Science news
Underground wildlife is slow to recover from soil damage
Intensively used land isn't just harmful to biodiversity we can see – it's also harming the wildlife living under the ground.
13 December 2022 -
Biodiversity
Indigenous Peoples call for co-operation to conserve the world's biodiversity
Recognising the rights of the world's Indigenous Peoples could be crucial to protecting nature.
9 December 2022 -
Anthropocene
How are climate change and biodiversity loss linked?
The climate crisis and biodiversity loss are closely connected but the good news is, so are the solutions.
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Anthropocene
Plant expert Ana Claudia Araujo investigates the extinction of our global flora
Museum plant specialist Ana Claudia researches global biodiversity decline.
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Biodiversity
Explained: What is the Convention on Biological Diversity, and what does it do?
Nature faces a series of unprecedented threats in the twenty-first century - and the Convention on Biological Diversity sets the stage to help it fight back.
1 December 2022 -
News
Mussels in the Thames have declined by 95% since the 1960s
Native mussels in the River Thames are in decline, with some species having disappeared since a landmark study in 1964.
28 November 2022 -
Science news
Destruction of forests and grasslands is biggest cause of biodiversity loss
A new study has looked at what is driving the biodiversity crisis.
9 November 2022 -
Anthropocene
Eco-anxiety: how to cope at a time of climate crisis
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the climate crisis or the state of our planet? These techniques can help you improve your mental wellbeing.
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News
COP27: What to expect from 2022's climate change conference
Demands for climate action are stronger than ever as the world comes together once again to discuss the rapidly warming world.
4 November 2022 -
News
Dams threaten populations of Australia's duck-billed platypus
Dam building in Australia is reducing gene flow between platypus groups, piling pressure on populations whose numbers are already falling.
3 November 2022 -
British wildlife
There's life among the dead: Wildlife in cemeteries
Left alone over time, many graveyards have become secluded sanctuaries where plant and animal life can thrive.
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News
First wild European bison born in the UK for thousands of years
A herd of bison released into woodland near Canterbury, Kent, have surprised conservationists by giving birth to a calf.
21 October 2022 -
News
World war shipwrecks are leaking pollutants into the world's oceans
Carcinogenic fuel, explosives and chemical weapons are leaking into the seas from sunken naval vessels.
18 October 2022 -
News
Wildlife populations have crashed by 69% within less than a lifetime
We know the problems, but we also know how to fix them.
13 October 2022 -
Science news
New way of understanding Earth's ecosystems could help to restore them
The new Global Typology of Ecosystems provides an important step towards characterising the true diversity of life on Earth at its largest scale.
12 October 2022 -
British wildlife
Daddy long legs: the flies that have us ducking and diving
But just when is daddy long legs season and how long does it last?
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Greta Thunberg warns 'humanity's life support is being destroyed' on visit to the Museum
Greta Thunberg and the Museum have teamed up to help educate students on the importance of tackling both the climate and biodiversity crises.
8 September 2022 -
Science news
Detailed record of ancient British birds reveal potential rewilding candidates
For the first time the records of ancient British birds have been formally incorporated into the British List.
24 August 2022 -
News
Artificial grass controversy as campaigners call for taxes and bans
Debate over the use of artificial and natural lawns has been rekindled in recent weeks as temperatures surge across the UK.
16 August 2022 -
Science news
Recreating the song of a 150-year-old insect could help rediscover its species
An insect last seen in 1869 has sung again, which could help give researchers clues about where the insect might still be living.
10 August 2022 -
News
New group of spiders named after David Bowie and his back catalogue
The tropical arachnids have been named after the musician to draw attention to the threats they face.
8 August 2022 -
News
How beavers stay wet during UK drought
As parts of the UK experience one of the worst droughts in a century, a little patch in the southeast of England is babbling with life.
5 August 2022 -
British wildlife
How to pond dip
Pond dipping is a wonderful way to look at the creatures that live in and around pond water.
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News
The oldest known animal predator has been uncovered in Leicestershire
The 560-million-year-old specimen of Auroralumina attenboroughii reveals that the origins of complex life may date back further than was previously known.
28 July 2022 -
News
First report of deadly disease raises concerns for Europe's starfish
A disease that causes starfish to disintegrate has been reported in the UK and Europe, raising fears for marine ecosystems.
27 July 2022 -
Science news
Pacific expedition may have discovered over 30 new deep sea species
Over 30 potential new species, from starfish to sea cucumbers, have been discovered living at the bottom of the sea.
27 July 2022 -
Science news
The biodiversity crisis is making birds more similar
The days of the most distinctive bird species could be numbered as the most unusual forms bear the brunt of global extinctions.
21 July 2022 -
News
Amphibian microbiome could be key to fighting deadly fungal disease
Frogs with less diverse microbiomes are more severely affected by chytridiomycosis than those with a greater range of microbes, suggesting possible new treatments.
18 July 2022 -
News
Risks to human health are increasing because of climate change
The effect of rising global temperatures on human health may require changes in our behaviour, mindset and the spaces we live in.
15 July 2022 -
British wildlife
Cuckoo spit and fascinating froghoppers (spittlebugs)
In spring and summer, you might notice something looking like spit on a plant.
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News
The world's largest waterlily is bigger than a double bed
The world's largest waterlily has been discovered in the wetlands of northern Bolivia.
4 July 2022 -
News
Killer whales that attack great white sharks are changing a marine ecosystem
By scaring away the great whites, the killer whale hunters are altering the habits of other sharks, abalone and even penguins.
1 July 2022 -
News
First carnivorous plant to grow underground pitfall traps discovered
Nepenthes pudica is changing what we know about carnivorous species, but may already be Critically Endangered.
30 June 2022 -
News
Climate change report lays out what the UK must do to achieve net zero
The UK is on track to cut just 40% of the emissions required to reach net zero, the country's top climate body has warned.
29 June 2022 -
News
Monkeypox: How is biodiversity loss linked to emerging zoonotic diseases?
As we encroach more on the natural world, new diseases are likely to become more common.
24 June 2022 -
News
The world's largest bacteria are visible to the naked eye
Measuring over a centimetre long, Thiomargarita magnifica is over 5000 times bigger than the average microbe.
23 June 2022 -
News
COP15 explained: What is the biodiversity conference and why is it important?
Discussions which will define the future of the world's biodiversity are set to take place in Canada later this year.
22 June 2022 -
Science news
Invasive mice are pushing the Tristan albatross to the brink of extinction
A Critically Endangered species of albatross may be in more danger than previously thought.
21 June 2022 -
News
The world's largest plant is an Australian seagrass clone
Believed to be at least 4,500 years old, Shark Bay's Posidonia australis covers an area bigger than Washington DC.
1 June 2022 -
News
Half of British butterflies placed on extinction Red List
While more butterflies are being threatened, the report finds they can recover with our help.
26 May 2022 -
News
Saving British bumblebees needs a range of habitats
A new report lays out how we can prioritise the best selection of habitats to give the UK's 24 species of bumblebee a boost.
24 May 2022 -
News
Demand for exotic pets risks spider and scorpion extinctions
Scientists have called for greater protections for species which are at risk of being collected into extinction.
19 May 2022 -
News
Protected areas could help world's biggest ray to bounce back
Crowdsourced photographs are helping to demonstrate the value of nature reserves to one of the world's largest fish.
17 May 2022 -
Science news
Mauritius' pink pigeon faces extinction threat from inbreeding
Another bird from the island of the dodo is in danger of becoming extinct, scientists have warned.
13 May 2022 -
News
UK's flying insects have declined by 60% in 20 years
The UK's insect population has fallen sharply as the invertebrates are affected by rising temperatures and fragmented habitats.
6 May 2022 -
News
Critically Endangered porpoise can bounce back from edge of extinction
There are fewer than 10 vaquita left in the world, but it's still possible to save the species.
5 May 2022 -
News
More than a fifth of reptiles are threatened with extinction
Habitat loss and human persecution are the key drivers of their decline, with crocodiles and turtles most at risk.
27 April 2022 -
News
UK set to miss pledge to protect 30% of territory by 2030
A new report from the British Ecological Society warns the UK needs to change how it looks after biodiverse areas of the country.
25 April 2022 -
News
'Extinct' flower rediscovered in Ecuador after forest destruction
Though Gasteranthus extinctus may be Critically Endangered, there is hope it can be brought back from the brink.
15 April 2022 -
Science news
Museum bats digitised to combat future pandemics
Understanding how bats, which are one of nature's largest disease reservoirs, have changed over time can help scientists to identify new disease hotspots.
7 April 2022 -
News
Avoiding the worst of climate change is possible if we act now
We have just three years to keep the dream of 1.5⁰C of global warming alive.
4 April 2022