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Three beaver kits born on Exmoor

Three beaver kits born on Exmoor

A public vote will be held to name the kits. The new arrivals are a boost for conservation project. Conservationists...

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Big rise in red admirals surprises experts

Big rise in red admirals surprises experts

The red admiral was the fifth most spotted butterfly in last year’s count. The species is currently leading 2023 Big...

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Duckling boost for rare goldeneye duck

Duckling boost for rare goldeneye duck

"These specialist ducks have been declining locally in recent years, so this is a real boost to the population" –...

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Research finds part of rats’ brains essential to play

Research finds part of rats’ brains essential to play

Although rats do not laugh as humans do, they squeak at an inaudible, high-pitched tone. Brain activity revealed strong responses...

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Call for governments to help avian-flu-hit seabirds

Call for governments to help avian-flu-hit seabirds

It is estimated that tens of thousands of UK seabirds have died of avian flu since 2021. RSPB says seabird...

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Beachgoers urged to report dead birds

Beachgoers urged to report dead birds

Nearly 70 UK bird species have been affected by the outbreak. Thousands of seabirds suspected to have died from avian...

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