A recent study found that the squirrels on the East and West side of the Isle of Wight have different gene pools.
This supports conservation work to build tree and hedge "stepping stones" around the island, so they can all mix together.
Other research found that squirrels on the islands have...
We are deeply concerned about the news of the oil spill in Poole Harbour and its potential impact on wildlife, especially at this time of year when breeding seabirds such as ospreys and terns are gathering, feeding and roosting.
Poole Harbour is an incredibly important place for wildlife with many...
Gordon Buchanan's "30 years in the wild" talk is an awe-inspiring account of his experiences as a wildlife filmmaker, documenting the world's most beautiful and dangerous creatures. Having worked on numerous projects with the BBC and National Geographic, Gordon's passion for wildlife is evident in the way he speaks...
he government has announced that for the third year in a row, it will permit the use of the banned pesticide thiamethoxam - a type of neonicotinoid - on sugar beet in England in 2023. A single teaspoon of neonicotinoid is enough to deliver a lethal dose to 1.25 billion...
What cats do you have?
Ginger? Black? White? Tortoiseshell? Tuxedo? Tabby? ....
What Personality Traits do Different Breeds have?
When considering adopting a cat, ultimately the choice is a personal one, and even though you may be looking to choose a breed based on their personality trait, remember cats are all individual...
It’s high time we forgive the rat his past ills and protect him if he is black and tolerate him if he is brown. And I do tolerate them, in fact I offer them safe refuge in our roof space and food in the garden. It strikes me as...
@mattzhaigIt is called DOG. (Daily Overexcitement Generator.)
Basically you get one and every day even in January you have to walk it for two hours. Fun! This is good exercise but unfortunately it can tighten your muscles but fortunately this particular DOG shits at least three times per walk and...
Unlimited fines and prison sentences are amongst a package of new powers to be introduced as part of a crackdown on illegal tree felling in England, Defra and the Forestry Commission announced in December 2022.
Delivered as part of the world-leading Environment Act, changes to the Forestry Act 1967 will deliver...
A recent study found that trees in the UK have a huge economic value, benefiting people to the tune of billions of pounds annually. This study also highlighted the importance of trees standing alone and in small groups. The trees minimise toxic air pollution, absorb CO2 that warms the...
If like me you are sentimental, adore animals and weep easy this is for you.
Covering a story at an animal shelter, a journalist was grabbed by this dog and wouldn't let go. The journalist eventually adopted him! pic.twitter.com/Q586dzjzRy— B&S (@_B___S) November 20, 2022
And remember dogs just know
https://dorseteye.com/dogs-tories-sociopaths-psychopaths-fliss-drummond-hampshire/
And now...
