The superb lyrebird (Menura novaehollandiae), a ground-dwelling species of moist eucalypt forests in south-eastern Australia, engineers micro-habitats to host and fatten its prey — worms, centipedes and spiders — before returning later to feast, according to new research. “The superb lyrebird is a large ground-dwelling passerine bird, widespread in wet forests of eastern Australia and […]
Bird lovers share a profound connection with the natural world, finding joy and solace in the beauty and serenity of birds and the outdoors. Whether it’s watching a colourful finch dart through the trees or listening to the melodic calls of birds at dawn, their passion for wildlife runs deep. For these nature enthusiasts, thoughtful, […]
Wildlife officials are encouraging California residents to add a rodent to their daily diet as part of efforts to control the invasive species‘ population. The nutria, a large, semi-aquatic rodent native to South America, is threatening the state’s ecosystems by destroying habitats and outcompeting native wildlife. The nutria’s harmful impacts have prompted wildlife officials to […]
Domestic cats charm their owners, curling up warmly on laps, purring sweetly by the fireside, and turning viral with hilarious videos online. Yet, when they roam free outdoors, these fluffy companions unleash a hidden wave of destruction. Cats might seem harmless, lazing in sunspots on the porch, but beneath their lovable exterior hides a predator […]
Figures show 2024 was the worst year for bumblebees in the UK since records began. Bumblebee numbers declined by almost a quarter compared with the 2010-2023 average, according to data from the Bumblebee Conservation Trust. The researchers said the drop was probably due to the cold and wet conditions in the UK last spring. According […]
Does a worm feel pain if it gets trodden on? Does a fly ache when its wings are pulled off? Is an ant happy when it finds a food source? If so, they may be sentient beings, which means they can “feel”, a bit or a lot, like we do. Invertebrate sentience is becoming an […]
Australia’s rugged reputation has met its match in the cassowary, a flightless bird often described as “the world’s most dangerous.” Standing as tall as a person and sporting a fierce claw on each foot, it’s no wonder these ancient-looking creatures can startle even the bravest adventurers. They roam the deep rainforests of northern Queensland, playing […]
Heartbreaking new photos reveal a ‘bumpy’ giraffe covered with hundreds of skin lesions due to a rare viral disease. The unfortunate creature was spotted in Kruger National Park, South Africa by wildlife photographer Marius Nortje. According to experts, the painful-looking lumps could be caused by a form of papillomavirus spread through infected blood. This family […]