The cormorant is once again at the center of tensions in Europe. Ten countries are calling for a reduction in its protection status and an expansion of culling efforts to preserve fisheries and aquaculture, even though the species had previously come close to extinction.

A new, insidious threat is looming over the ecological balance of the Mediterranean basin. It's not a single predator, but a veritable lineage of underwater colonizers.

The common octopus (Octopus vulgaris), traditionally associated with the mild climates of the Mediterranean, is experiencing an extraordinary population boom that is redefining the United Kingdom’s wildlife map.

Following the success of chimpanzees—the first to brilliantly pass the test—other mammals have demonstrated the same ability to recognize their own reflection.

Russian photographer Dmitry Kokh, who specializes in capturing Arctic wildlife and extreme landscapes, has taken a series of photographs destined to make history in nature photojournalism.

Between 2015 and 2020, the amount of plastic waste produced in India literally doubled, rising from 1.59 to 3.47 million metric tons.

On the island of Santa Bárbara, a herd of goats has survived for 200 years without fresh water. Brazilian scientists are now studying the unique DNA of these animals, which could mark a turning point in the fight against drought.

It’s also a heat wave alert for birds. To save them in case of dehydration, here are the first-aid steps to take and the mistakes you must absolutely avoid.

The cognitive world of pets continues to hold extraordinary surprises, demonstrating just how much the brain mechanisms of our four-legged companions mirror our own biological mechanisms.

The discovery, from BBC's Earth documentary “Tiger Island” about Nepal’s tigers, raises many questions and could well open up new perspectives on the social future of these magnificent felines.