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Snow and common leopard filmed in same location

Snow and common leopard filmed in same location

Snow leopards are one of the most enigmatic species of big cat. Conservationists raise concerns over future of snow leopards...

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Research review ‘supports call for neonicotinoid ban’

Research review ‘supports call for neonicotinoid ban’

‘New research shows in particular that harm to bees arises not only from treated crop plants but also from contaminated...

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‘Reproductive conflict’ could explain menopause

‘Reproductive conflict’ could explain menopause

The mortality of older mothers’ offspring is 1.7 times that of younger mothers’ offspring. Older orcas face higher offspring mortality...

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Team maps movements of alien bird species

Team maps movements of alien bird species

Some of the birds introduced in recent years include popular cage birds like parrots, starlings and finches. Introductions driven by...

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African spotted genet found at depot

African spotted genet found at depot

Vets identified the exotic animal as a spotted genet, native to Africa. Exotic pet travelled 120 miles in 18 days...

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Study uses citizen science to uncover lost birdsong

Study uses citizen science to uncover lost birdsong

Volunteers in the UK and New Zealand were encouraged to collect and submit recordings of singing yellowhammers.  Researchers compare recordings...

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