Flying insect respiratory systems suggest abundant oxygen can’t explain ancient gigantism

Once prevalent across the UK, this mollusc is now only found in one lake in Wales.

A newly discovered species raises hope that some native British habitats could be restored.

Our Monad of the Month for May 2026 is SE8647, located about 5km north of Market Weighton.

A new study found that occasional contributors play a vital role in citizen science projects, significantly enhancing data coverage and value.

The updated European Red List of Freshwater Fishes – the most comprehensive assessment in 15 years – reveals little evidence of species recovery and calls for urgent action to protect Europe’s aquatic...

Chance encounters and novel conditions have led to different species cross-breeding more often. Is it a good thing?

Nick Hall is the Yorkshire county Transect coordinator will present a review of the 2025 Butterfly Season.

The UK's largest native butterfly has not been seen in the region for more than a century.

The programme is aimed at advanced undergraduates, PhD students, early-career researchers, professional ecologists, horticulturalists and conservation practitioners seeking deeper botanical expertise.

DoC has euthanised three mallards from Lake Alexandrina to stop copycat attacks.

Before plants and animals recolonize after a wildfire, fungi get to work.

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Scientists find out how the epic deep sea migration of a tiny animal is storing planet-warming carbon.