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When and How to View April's Full Pink Moon in the UK

April's full Pink Moon peaks at 03:12 BST on 2 April in the UK. Named after a North American flower, it influences Easter and Passover dates. Weather may affect visibility, with clearer skies expected in Scotland and Northern Ireland.

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Exclusion Zone Established at Langness to Protect Endangered Nesting Birds

Manx BirdLife has set up an exclusion zone at Langness from March to August to protect endangered ground-nesting birds, including the vulnerable ringed plover, by reducing disturbances during the breeding season.

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Beavers Released in Dorset Settle After Year of Challenges and Habitat Changes

After a historic release in Dorset, one pair of beavers has settled following territorial disputes, relocations, and a tragic loss. Conservationists continue monitoring and planning future releases as the beavers transform their habitat.

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Ospreys CJ7 and 022 Return to Nest, Avoid Last Year's Love Triangle

Ospreys CJ7 and 022 have returned to their Dorset nest, avoiding last year's love triangle. The pair, first to breed on England's south coast in 180 years, successfully hatched chicks in 2024 and 2025. Conservation efforts continue to support osprey breeding in Poole Harbour.

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Pine Marten Spotted on Camera in Cornwall, Raising Conservation Hopes

A pine marten was caught on camera in Cornwall, raising hopes for its return. Conservationists at Trewithen Estate near Truro are monitoring the sighting to determine if the animal is resident or transient.

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Northern Lights Return with Vibrant Colours Across the UK

The Northern Lights returned to the UK with vibrant colours following increased solar activity. Displays were visible as far south as southern England, with varying hues revealing atmospheric interactions.

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Russian Cosmonaut Films Stunning Aurora from ISS During Intense Solar Storm

Russian cosmonaut Sergey Kud-Sverchkov filmed aurora lights from the ISS during a powerful solar storm, capturing vivid green and red hues on 20 January.

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Nickel Ore Mining Threatens Palawan’s Unique Wilderness and Communities

Mining of nickel laterite in Palawan, Philippines, threatens its rich biodiversity and Indigenous communities amid rising demand for clean energy minerals. Local ecosystems and livelihoods face contamination and decline, sparking protests and legal battles.

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Why We Should Appreciate Vultures, Mosquitoes, Wasps and Other Misunderstood Creatures

Jo Wimpenny challenges common fears and misconceptions about wasps, sharks, snakes, and other often disliked animals, highlighting their vital ecological roles and urging a more balanced, informed appreciation of all species.

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Country Diary: The Chaotic Nesting of Early-Breeding Herons in Stranmillis

In Stranmillis woods, early-breeding grey herons engage in nesting amid challenges from recent storms. Parental care, nest building, and interactions highlight the chaotic yet vital process of raising this year’s brood.

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Mexico’s Monarch Butterfly Population Rises 64%, Signaling Hope for Species

Mexico’s monarch butterfly population increased 64% this winter, expanding to 2.93 hectares, the largest area since 2018, despite ongoing threats from habitat loss, climate change, and pesticides.

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Reunion Island Volcano Erupts: Lava Reaches Indian Ocean After 19 Years

Lava from Reunion Island's Piton de la Fournaise volcano reached the Indian Ocean for the first time in 19 years, disrupting local highways. Meanwhile, various African news stories cover political events, natural disasters, and social issues across the continent.

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