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H5N1 bird flu may lead to extinction of species as data revealed by Guardian shows worst losses in decades

‘Fascinating’ discovery could prove a useful non-invasive diagnostic tool to apply to other species, say scientists

Over three quarters of Northern Irish folks are worried about the impact nature loss will have on their lives, according to a YouGov survey

East Atlantic Flyway in England takes first step to becoming world heritage site alongside global wonders including the Galápagos and Kilimanjaro

However 22 million house sparrows have disappeared from our skies since 1966

Number of house sparrows spotted has dropped by nearly 60% since 1979, according to RSPB annual survey

The Eurasian bittern (Botaurus stellaris) is a reclusive bird belonging to the heron family. Close to the size of a chicken, bitterns are a mix of golden-brown mottled with delicate black and tan. With long, green legs and large feet, these birds are adapted for skulking through reedbeds – the…

Dearne Valley, South Yorkshire: At a reserve with some fascinating history, I’m taken by a courteous couple drifting on the lake

Once-extinct, bitterns make booming ‘foghorn’ noise to attract mates with 228 calling males counted in last breeding period