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Who is Guy Fawkes? The shocking plot behind Britain's annual night of bonfires and fireworks
Birds have a remarkable way of keeping warm that humans have copied for centuries
Bestowing the gifts of flight and warmth, enabling birds to survive the frozen months, feathers are a marvel of nature. How do these amazing appendages work and how did they evolve? Ben Hoare reveals all
This tiny British mammal shrinks its brain every winter — then grows it back
A fascinating insight into the evolution of shrews.
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What makes the world's largest hornet so dangerous - and has it ever been seen in the UK?
It has a terrifying 6mm stinger, but has the 'murder hornet' ever been spotted in the UK?
Illegal e-bikes are racing through Britain’s streets – but who’s stopping them?
Sleeping on a cliff face for five nights - how Arctic climbers faced an extraordinary challenge in -27°C environment and survived
Leo Houlding, a Berghaus ambassador, just made the first ascent of a 700m arctic cliff.
British dolphins might have their own regional accents - and scientists want to know why
Could the Dolphins of the Welsh coast have a Cardiff accent?
Why you should never dress your cat or dog up for Halloween, according to animal experts
That robin singing in your garden is actually sending a warning – here’s what it means and why you’ll hear it more in autumn
A robin’s song isn’t just a sweet sounding call, it carries a heavier meaning.
Britain's living history: where to walk among ancient trees
From royal forests to hidden groves, discover the trees that have stood the test of time
The UK's smallest bird weighs less than a 20p coin - but it is a lot tougher than you might think
The goldcrest is a fascinating bird.
Why foxes sound like they're screaming – and the reason they're especially noisy in winter
Being woken by a fox can sound like something out of a horror film, but here’s the truth.
The best low-shedding dog breeds that could be a better fit for allergy sufferers
If you suffer from sneezes and itchy eyes when you're around dogs, you might be allergic. While no dogs are fully hypoallergenic, these are the breeds that don't shed hair – so will be much easier for your allergies
These dog breeds have the highest chance of living a long life - and its way above the average
We find out how long you can expect various dog breeds to live - and which ones have the greatest longevity
The obvious signs your cat is unhappy, even when it might seem content
What’s your cat trying to tell you? Take a crash course in cat body language, thanks to Cats Protection
The mischievous side of ravens – how Britain's cleverest birds play tricks
Ravens are smart and social, leading to some bizarre behaviours.
The world’s best surfing beaches are at risk due to climate change - including this famous Devon spot
Sea-level rises, changes to shorelines and an overall altering in the characteristics of the seabeds.
Finally got your own allotment? Here’s everything you need to know, from unspoken rules to the best beginner veg
Becoming the perfect allotment neighbour with these reminders.
Your dog isn’t being stubborn – here’s why they really ignore you
Think your dog’s ignoring you? The secret to better behaviour may surprise you.
Your bird feeder could be spreading a deadly disease – here’s how to keep on top of it
It’s not dangerous to humans but could be a risk to your garden birds.
Meet Sgiath - the UK's first sea-squirt hunting dog and animal of the year for 2026
The talented dog won an Animal of the Year award for detecting sea snot in the Highlands.
The National Trust is restoring 74 acres of peatlands in the Wicken Fen nature reserve - but first they need 640,000 litres of water a day
1 in 5 new pet owners don’t do research before getting a pet – and other alarming statistics from the PDSA’s recent report
Do pet owners know how to make a difference to their pet’s health?
A completely new dinosaur has been discovered on the Isle of Wight – and it was closely related to the T-rex
A fascinating new find that could have lived 120 million years ago.
