19 May 2023
The last accepted sighting of the South Island kōkako was in 1967, and it was declared extinct in 2007 – but a potential sighting that same year led to its reclassification, and a charitable trust set up to find it has been searching for the bird ever...
19 April 2023
Orchids seem unique in how they inspire such a devoted following, but why are these much-loved plants so diverse and widespread, wonders Penny Sarchet
14 December 2022
It is hard not to feel despondent about what we have lost from the natural world, but as Wild Wild Life columnist Penny Sarchet looks back at 2022, she finds some reasons for hope
16 November 2022
Some bird species fly vast distances to enjoy an almost unlimited summer. We are still learning about how they evolved and how they know where to go, finds Penny Sarchet
19 October 2022
Shops are stocking up on pumpkins for Halloween. While I haven't always been a fan of squashes, I've been charmed by how such unlikely fruits came to spread worldwide, says Penny Sarchet
21 September 2022
Even at this time of rapid extinction, there are many species to be discovered, but we need to take care over what we mean when referring to "new species", says Penny Sarchet
26 July 2022
Coastal habitats offer many opportunities for nature spotting, from marine mammals like whales and dolphins, to breeding seabirds and rare wildflowers. Here's how to make the most of your trip to the beach, without harming any wildlife
1 July 2022
Gardens are an important habitat for the Western European hedgehog in the UK. Here's what the science says about how to make your garden more hedgehog-friendly
28 June 2022
For the second time in his life, researcher Rommel Rojas Zamora has identified a new species of toad on the campus of the university where he is working
16 May 2022
The new-to-science Chiriquí fire salamander was found by a Panamanian team that has been investigating one of the least-explored regions of Central America
