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Green compensation proposals outlined - 6 views

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The UK government has outlined its proposals on compensating for the loss of biodiversity through development. The idea of "biodiversity offsetting" is controversial, with some campaigners dubbing it a "licence to trash".

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The UK government has outlined its proposals on compensating for the loss of biodiversity through development. The idea of "biodiversity offsetting" is controversial, with some campaigners dubbing it a "licence to trash".</div>

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Jellyfish surge in Mediterranean threatens environment - 31 views

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A project is tracking the phenomenon as global warming and overfishing boost numbers of the venomous sea creature

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A project is tracking the phenomenon as global warming and overfishing boost numbers of the venomous sea creature</div>

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Badger culling to commence in Gloucestershire - 2 views

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Badger culling has begun in order to reduce spread of TB. Experts say there are cheaper and more effective methods in order to prevent TB spread.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Badger culling has begun in order to reduce spread of TB. Experts say there are cheaper and more effective methods in order to prevent TB spread.</div>

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Danny OCallaghan on 07 Sep 13

Is there clear evidence that Badgers give cows TB......... NO!

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Is there clear evidence that Badgers give cows TB......... NO!</div>

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Do Wildfires Threaten Biodiversity? - 3 views

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Research in the US shows that areas that have previously been on fire (Snag Forests) have a higher level of biodiversity than areas of forest which have remained healthy. Some researchers have even said controlled forest fires should be encouraged.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Research in the US shows that areas that have previously been on fire (Snag Forests) have a higher level of biodiversity than areas of forest which have remained healthy. Some researchers have even said controlled forest fires should be encouraged.</div>

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Chinese Logistics Hub Plans In Jamaica Cancelled - 3 views

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Fisheries saved as Chinese development plans are halted.

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Fightback starts against invasive species that threaten British plants and animals - 3 views

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Last week there was the launch of the Freshwater Habitats Trust, which will focus on improving the quality of water in ponds and streams

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Last week there was the launch of the Freshwater Habitats Trust, which will focus on improving the quality of water in ponds and streams</div>

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Coastal Habitats in danger by Climate Change - 6 views

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UK coastal species such as puffins and little terns could be "seriously affected" by erosion and climate change, the National Trust has said.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">UK coastal species such as puffins and little terns could be "seriously affected" by erosion and climate change, the National Trust has said.</div>

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English wildlife under threat - 3 views

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British water vole population slumps by more than one-fifth - 1 views

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Due to a combination of foreign competiton and lose of habitat, the English water vole is becoming an increasingly rare sight.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Due to a combination of foreign competiton and lose of habitat, the English water vole is becoming an increasingly rare sight.</div>

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Thousands of dead fish in Chinese river toxic spill (video) - 2 views

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Thousands of dead fish are found floating in a river in central China following a toxic spill, the latest in a series of pollution scandals to hit the country's water supplies.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Thousands of dead fish are found floating in a river in central China following a toxic spill, the latest in a series of pollution scandals to hit the country's water supplies.</div>

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Otter spotted in Bristol's Floating Harbour - 4 views

Otters have taken up residence in Bristol's Floating Harbour. Droppings were found in the harbourside area by a city council conservation officer, who commissioned a survey into the local otter po...

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US to destroy ivory stocks in effort to stop illegal elephant poaching - 6 views

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White House to crush 6m tons of seized ivory as it tries to elevate wildlife trafficking to an urgent national security concern

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">White House to crush 6m tons of seized ivory as it tries to elevate wildlife trafficking to an urgent national security concern</div>

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Salmon Killers: Top 10 Threats to the King of Fish - 2 views

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greater protection needed for scottish wildlife - 5 views

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Congo's rare mountain gorillas could become victims of oil exploration - 4 views

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The park, Africa's oldest and most diverse, is home to over 3,000 different kinds of animals. Plans to explore for oil and exploit oil reserves put Virunga's potential value at risk.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The park, Africa's oldest and most diverse, is home to over 3,000 different kinds of animals. Plans to explore for oil and exploit oil reserves put Virunga's potential value at risk.</div>

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