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Much of England's wildlife still in decline, figures show

Much of England’s wildlife still in decline, figures show

Declines have also been seen in 213 of the UK’s 2,890 priority species – which includes hedgehogs – for which...

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Campaigners dismayed at EU-licensing of toxic insecticide

A decision to license a highly toxic insecticide for use in Europe has been met with dismay by wildlife campaigners....

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Scientists create ‘superlens’ with spider silk

Scientists create ‘superlens’ with spider silk

Golden web spiders are widespread in warmer regions throughout the world. Lens used to view previously ‘invisible’ structures Scientists have...

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Developing countries threatened by alien species

Developing countries threatened by alien species

Non-native species like the Harlequin ladybird can transmit disease. Researchers evaluate global 21st century threat Alien species are threatening economies...

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Small animals vets treat wallaby in Indiana

Small animals vets treat wallaby in Indiana

Dr. Mark Rochat, clinical professor of small animal orthopedic surgery, with the female wallaby whose dislocated hip he repaired. Zoo...

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Response to reports of badger cull extension

Response to reports of badger cull extension

Shooting of badgers forms part of the government’s 25-year strategy to rid England of TB. Defra says it is ‘considering’...

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