The wonderful world of slime

The slimy science behind these molluscs’ movements

Whether mutually beneficial or a parasitic nuisance, Nature’s symbiotic relationships are as multifarious as they are marvellous, says John Lewis-Stempel

Far from being mere pests, snails are at the heart of a healthy garden ecosystem. Discover the many ways they contribute and how you can work with – not against – them for a thriving plot

Amazing answers to your curious questions

As the rules around antifouling paints have tightened to protect the environment, manufacturers have responded with a welter of innovative solutions to keep the hull clean. There is ultrasound, Finsul

Of all the strange and wonderful animals that live in the deep sea, perhaps the most tantalising are the ones that are occasionally glimpsed by deep-submerged cameras, then swim off into the darkness