What is so special about orchids and why are there so many?
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
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Despite our impact, there were inspiring wildlife wins this year
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
The migrating birds that roam the world to live in an eternal summer
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
The surprising evolutionary history of pumpkins and squashes
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
Defining what constitutes a 'new' species isn't straightforward
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
