Raccoons could be a threat to uk’s ecosystem

Most people are aware of invasive species such as grey squirrels and Japanese knotweed and the problems they cause. The former have almost entirely displaced native reds from England and Wales, while

Climate change is shifting the balance of vineyard biodiversity, creating new challenges for wine-growers

It’s 9pm in late april in an area of the Isle of Man known as the Ballaugh Curragh, and a most unusual nocturnal migration is taking place. As darkness descends on a 2km² area of wet woodland, an esti

How to admire and protect our wonderful waterways in the UK

With notable caveats, beavers can help wild trout thrive, writes Dr Rob Needham

Instead of another trip to the zoo, try exploring your local rewilding project over the holidays. Rewilding – the large-scale restoration of nature to the point where it can take care of itself again