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UN biodiversity conference in Rome ends with fragile accord but questions remain over whether funding will emerge

As I wander around Cambridge University Botanic Garden, a tree called the Wollemi pine often catches my eye. It’s one of our rarest trees, and a distinctive looking pine, with broad needles and bark that reminds you of coco pops.

Australian Reptile Park in Sydney is seeking more male funnel-web spiders during ‘very slow season’

Invasive plants and trees were introduced to South Africa from as early as the 17th century for a range of commercial, subsistence and ornamental uses. Today, every area of the country has been invaded by a variety of these plants. The most species are found in the Western Cape, Eastern…

Search for man dragged overboard near Newcastle during fishing competition hampered by fast-moving currents

Many of the nations gathering in Rome for Cop16 have offered no plans to honour their agreement to protect 30% of land and sea for nature

Environmental groups are celebrating after bringing local wildlife back to Hackney Marshes following the erosion of habitats in recent years.

Numbers of animals once hunted as vermin are rising across the continent. But scientists worry about how we are going to get along with these predators

The northern spotted owl is already facing habitat loss and competition with invasive species. Losing the ability to monitor the bird could come with major consequences