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Study finds link between rising sika deer populations and bovine TB infections in Ireland
"Now, when attempting to manage TB in wildlife, sika deer will need to be considered as well as badgers." Dr...
Government-backed campaign urges public to ‘give seals space’
The UK is home to 38 per cent of the entire world’s population of grey seals. Consideration when out walking...
Petition launched to stop importation of honeybees via NI
The BBKA says the risk to the UK bee population from small hive beetle would be very great. Concerns raised...
Study reveals impact of COVID-19 litter on wildlife
The study found the some birds have been using face masks as nest material. Biologists call for help to better...
Amphibians that produce fewer offspring ‘face greater extinction risk’
The study found that extinction risk increases in smaller amphibians that produce fewer young, such as rain frogs. Findings could...
New research underway to track urban squirrels in Aberdeen
The research teams will be using VHF radio and GPS tracking to monitor the urban squirrels. Results will inform red...
Endangered regent honeyeater bird has started to lose its song
There are now just 300 regent honeyeaters remaining in the world. Loss of communication could seriously impact future of the...
First wildcat arrives at Highlands breeding for release centre
It is hoped more cats will be introduced to the breeding for release centre in the coming months. Nell is...
Crowdfunder launched to help Edinburgh Zoo
RZSS CEO David Field and The Cheeky Panda mascot, Colin. RZSS and Cheeky Panda team up to offer a host...
Scotland introduces new measures to protect flapper skate
The new MPA within the inner Sound of Skye will protect the largest flapper skate egg nursery ever identified in...