Climate Change
Swallows overwintering in Britain rather than migrating back to Africa
Record numbers of our most celebrated migrant never left our shores this winter
What is COP26 and why is it important?
This November's Conference of the Parties is critical for the future of the climate. Climate scientist Dr Tara Shine explains what COP26 is, when and where in the UK it's being held, and why it's so important.
How to watch Greta Thunberg: A Year to Change the World
This three-part documentary series on BBC One follows Greta Thunberg as she takes a year off from school to witness the impact of climate change firsthand.
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Puffins show resilience to extreme weather on the Farne Islands
The puffin population of the Farne Islands remains stable despite the severe downpours of summer 2019, and the resulting loss of many young pufflings.
New research suggests climate change could reduce lifespan for hundreds of species
Scientists have found that climate change could accelerate ageing and reduce lifespan, particularly for amphibians and reptiles.
Special protections recommended for emperor penguins
New review advises emperor penguins be reclassified as Vulnerable, due to the predicted effects of global warming and sea-ice loss.
British birds affected by climate change
Scientists have found a notable response to climate change in a third of studied birds.
Climate change causes invasion of Mediterranean butterfly in the UK
Record-breaking numbers of long-tailed blue butterflies have been seen in the last few weeks.
US government changes Endangered Species Act
The Trump administration is revising legislation that protects wildlife and ecosystems.
Glaciers retreating at many natural World Heritage sites
Glaciers are set to disappear completely from almost half of World Heritage sites if emissions continue.
Humans have wiped out 60% of wild animals since 1970
The long-term research analysed in the Living Planet Report 2018 shows that habitat loss, exploitation and agriculture has caused population sizes of wild animals to fall by 60 percent globally.
Is climate change hitting our summer migrants?
BBC Wildlife contributor Mike Toms discusses climate change and bird migration.
How British birds are responding to climate change
A new report reveals the impact climate change is having on the UK's birds – and there are mixed results.
Separating fact from fiction: polar bears and climate change
Claims that polar bears are thriving or will adapt to climate change are unfounded, says Andrew Derocher.
Attenborough on climate change
Conservationist Sir David Attenborough is concerned about the Earth getting warmer.
New non-native shrimp found in UK
A previously undetected decapod has been discovered using DNA techniques.
Butterflies suffer fourth worst year on record
Majority of UK butterfly species are declining despite 2016's warm summer.
How do warm winters affect hibernating toads?
Toads spend the winter underground, but what happens when our winters are warm?
Wildlife struggling to cope with climate change
The combination of climate change and habitat loss is proving too much for some birds and butterflies.
How climate change is impacting British waters
As UK waters heat up cold water fish are gradually being replaced by warm water species.
Shrinking reindeer linked to climate change
Ecologists find that the weight of reindeers is reducing, and believe that warming temperatures could be the cause.
Sir David Attenborough on tackling climate change
The conservationist talks to BBC Wildlife about dealing with the power requirements of the human race.
Loss of large tropical animals bad for climate change
The extinction of big species from tropical forests could make climate change worse, a recent study has found.