An unexpected discovery on an expedition to the Amazon Rainforest in Peru led to finding the largest river dolphin ever found and a new species.
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Scientists from the Universities of Cambridge and Cardiff have discovered what could be the oldest forest discovered in the world.
As the UK is one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world, the random culling of wild animals is not encouraged by conservationists.
Building biorefineries can benefit sustainability and the economy in Mexico, experts say. But what about the rest of the world, and traditional petrochemicals?
Baird's beaked whales have been spotted getting into shallower waters of the Commander Islands - why? Marine biologists have a possible explanation, related to a unique pattern of animal behaviour.
England is thought to now be the first country in the world to make Biodiversity Net Gain law, which requires site developers to leave nature in a better state than it was before.
The bluefin tuna was once common to UK shores before it was driven away by overfishing. In recent news, the species has returned to English shores, but for uncertain reasons.
A comprehensive analysis published by scientists suggests that large herbivores should not be culled based on their place of origin. Animal traits appear to have an impact on ecosystems, but this does not relate to whether they are native.
The development of the busy A30 road in Cornwall has unearthed 10,000 years of Cornish history, giving us a glimpse from the Bronze Age to World War Two.
Lava breached the defensive walls of the town of Grindavik after an eruption began early Sunday. Lava has now been reported to have reached the town.
A newly found fossil "giant worm" from the Cambrian revelas a "world of worms" eating other marine lifeforms in the ancient ocean.
A volcanic eruption is declared in Iceland, which appeared particularly heavy and threatening for the town of Grindavik. Find out the latest update.
Aircraft-based research identifies artificial metals in the stratosphere, thought to be from the return of spacecraft and satellites in the atmosphere.
By using high power lasers on Earth, scientists have demonstrated that concentrating light could melt the lunar surface to make roads and landing pads, making way for lunar transport.
Based on newly published research, starquakes could have the answer to mystery signals in space that were previously thought by some to be related to aliens.
A forest's climate and age are both important factors when observing the largest natural carbon stocks on the planet, newly published research highlights.