Millions of hedgehogs die as they cross the roads, but a discovery is paving the way for a warning that might stop them crossing at dangerous times.

In March, hedgehogs are waking up from hibernation and will soon begin venturing out from their cosy nests in search of food ...

A bumper year for slugs? Here’s how to protect your plants before it’s too late ...

Discover ways to help endangered animals through everyday actions. From gardens to African savannahs, learn how to protect ...

No species is a ‘villain’ – and even humans’ least favourite creatures are part of a web that makes all life possible, says author Jo Wimpenny ...

Even though their appearance might not suggest it, grubs aren't necessarily bad for your garden. Among beetle larvae, there are "good" and "bad" types. While some nibble on live grass roots, others ...

Giant slugs are overrunning UK gardens after months of mild, wet weather – learn what’s really driving the boom and which gentle tactics actually work.

Well-intentioned laws designed to safeguard nature frequently have the opposite effect ...

The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences launches a new exhibit featuring the defense strategies from animals around the globe.

Flooding can trigger sewage releases into rivers and estuaries, threatening wildlife with disease and toxic water, "exaggerating the number of wildlife death events". Link gardens to create escape ...

Animals that curl into a ball to stay alive have mastered one of nature’s most fascinating defence mechanisms. Instead of running or fighting, these creatures protect themselves by folding inward, ...