Fungi: nature’s hidden kingdom

While they’ve long held a place in traditional cuisines across the globe, mushrooms are now gaining serious recognition for their versatility, sustainability, and their growing role in supporting heal

Native trees hold a special place in the UK’s traditions, myths and ecosystems

With poisonous fungi hitting the headlines in recent weeks, John Wright introduces Britain’s most deadly species and advises on how best to avoid eating them in the first place

Scientists estimate that insects make up 90% of all animal species.

• Discoveries, inventions and surprises

At this time of year many lakes and rivers are thick with it but, while many anglers may curse the green stuff, here’s why the underwater world would be all the poorer without it...