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Rare night heron spotted at Holnicote estate in Somerset
7+ min ago (526+ words) A bird rarely seen in the UK has been caught on camera in Somerset, raising hopes that work to restore freshwater habitats could provide a refuge for it. The black-crowned night heron is widespread across Africa, Asia, the Americas and…...
Scientists reveal eight building blocks that make up songs of all birds
23+ min ago (470+ words) Birdsong across thousands of species is comprised of a combination of the same eight building-block sounds, according to a new study that offers fresh insights into one of nature's most enduring mysteries. Passerine birds typically sing to attract mates or…...
Liverpool property owners warned to check roof netting after gulls trapped
21+ min ago (499+ words) RSPCA officers had to climb on to the roof to free the birds Businesses and landlords in Liverpool have been warned to check the standard of rooftop bird netting after RSPCA officers had to free two trapped gulls from the…...
New National Parks Bill to support conservation and management of Dowth National Park
17+ min ago (266+ words) Friday, 24 July 2026 06:05 By Killian Murphy X @nottheactor To date, National Parks have been cared for through a range of legislative and administrative arrangements. The proposal to develop the Bill was brought to Cabinet earlier this week by Minister for Housing,…...
Community Control Of Kauaʻi Fishery In Hawaii Is Showing ‘Remarkable’ Results
4+ hour ago (1906+ words) Waves gently roll over a reef in Hā‘ena as Kanoe Alapa‘i-Hashimoto and his father, Keli‘i Alapa‘i, search for limu in the ankle-deep water with fishing nets wrapped around their waists and shoulders. The seaweed is food…...
UNESCO Hails Australia's Strong Reef Safeguards
29+ min ago (464+ words) The Australian Government has welcomed the UNESCO World Heritage Committee's decision on the Great Barrier Reef at its 48th session in Busan, Republic of Korea. The Committee adopted the draft decision released last month, again recognising Australia's strong collaboration and ongoing…...
Friday essay: can rewilding offer us a brighter, greener future?
1+ hour, 33+ min ago (1242+ words) Tasmania, I've been fortunate to dive in Tasmania's giant kelp forests over the past three decades, launching into chilly waters. When diving in these forests, light filters through the golden ribbon-like fronds in beams, lighting the array of fish that…...
Giant metal roosters spread autism acceptance in Maine after town zoning spat
5+ hour, 7+ min ago (806+ words) OGUNQUIT, Maine — Giant metal roosters are popping up on lawns in and around a community in southern Maine and as far away as New Zealand in support of a 6-year-old autistic girl and her love of the colorful creations. David and…...
BBC takes off with Hamza’s African Birds of Prey
11+ hour, 59+ min ago (86+ words) C21media BBC takes off with Hamza’s African Birds of Prey NEWS BRIEF: UK public service broadcaster the BBC’s Specialist Factual division has commissioned a one-off natural history film called Hamza’s African Birds of Prey for BBC One and iPlayer. Produced by Silverback…...
Cambodia’s Restored Wetland Moves Closer to Global Recognition, but New Threats Loom
53+ min ago (14+ words) Kiripost...