Helen Pilcher
Science writer, presenter and performer
Helen Pilcher is a tea-drinking, biscuit-nibbling science and comedy writer, with a PhD in cell biology. She contributes to BBC Wildlife, BBC Science Focus and BBC Countryfile, and has penned many popular science books.
Recent articles by Helen Pilcher
First Sycamore Gap saplings planted after famous tree was illegally felled
National Trust begins planting 'Trees of Hope’ to ensure the iconic tree lives on.
Did you know one of the world’s deadliest rivers is just two metres wide and in the UK? Try and stride across and it might well be the last stride you ever take
Is the Stid in Yorkshire the world's deadliest body of water?
Could white storks return to London?
Conservationists ask residents for their views on mooted plans to reintroduce these long-legged birds to the capital.
There's a gigantic bird in Scotland that's on the brink of extinction. Here's how deer carcasses could save it
There are estimated to be just 500 capercaillies left in the wild – but scientists say there is hope for the large bird thanks to an intriguing conservation method known as 'diversionary feeding'.
Smooth snakes, adders and sand lizards: UK national park to create huge haven for rare reptiles
Conservationists are enhancing 250 hectares of heathland – an area roughly the size of 350 football pitches.
The elusive 'phantom of the forest' is expanding its range – scientists tracked 29 of them to find out more
There are now more than 1,200 pairs of goshawks in the UK. As their slow recovery continues, could we see this majestic bird of prey nesting in city parks, as they do in other European countries?