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Hermit crab behaviour affected by microplastics
"This study shows how the microplastic pollution crisis is threatening biodiversity more than is currently recognised" – Mánus Cunningham. The...
Project underway to protect new oyster species
Image of new oyster species Crassotrea (Magallana) saidii. The species was discovered in the Muar River, Malasia. A project is...
Brown crabs affected by underwater power cables – study
Pictured: A brown crab. The cables mesmerise the crabs and cause biological changes. A study by Heriot-Watt University has discovered...
Asian hornet spotted in Berkshire
(Caption here) The National Bee Unit has confirmed the sighting and is monitoring the situation. Defra is asking beekeepers and...
Goldfish receives rare surgery to save eyesight
Pictured: Dorothy (Dotty) the goldfish. The surgery took place at McDonald Vets in Glasgow. The sight of a beloved 12...
Birds learn to avoid plants harbouring toxic insects
Cinnabar larvae feeding on ragwort. Researchers show that birds learn that ragwort flowers are a cue for danger. Birds can...
Exotic pets go under the spotlight at BVNA Congress
A staggering 75 per cent of reptiles die within their first year. Danielle Beck speaks on the sustainability of keeping...
Welsh government announces glue trap ban
Pictured: a domestic cat stuck in a glue trap. RSPCA Cymru welcomes the announcement. The Welsh government has announced its...
Petition launched to ban snare trap use
"Only a ban can ensure that the aims of the Animal Welfare Act to prevent suffering are enforced." – NASC....
Zookeepers name red panda kit
Adorable Ruby will remain in her den until she is four months old. Endangered species is at risk of habitat...