The Guardian
Attenborough: Butterflies face worst year ever
The Big Butterfly Count, taking place in the worst year on record for the insects, will alert conservationists to species most at risk. Read the full article at Environmentaleducation blog
Wildlife Update : ‘Asian unicorn’ at risk of extinction from poaching
On the 20th anniversary of the saola’s discovery, conservationists say the population of the reclusive species has dropped dramatically Read the full story at http://environmentaleducationuk.wordpress.com/2012/05/21/wildlife-update-asian-unicorn-at-risk-of-extinction-from-poaching/
Climate change … natural or human-induced?
This may seem like an odd question for a climate scientist to ask, but it is one Vicky Pope of The Guardian is constantly asked now. The typical discussion starts: “I know that the climate is changing, but hasn’t it always changed through natural cycles?” Then they will often give an example, such as the medieval [...]
Children and overpopulation…. write and tell us
According to the UN, the world’s population is due to hit 7 billion on 31 October. It took until 1804 for humanity to reach its first billion – and has taken only 12 years to add our latest billion. As part of our people’s panel series, The Guardian would like to hear from readers willing to write about [...]
Learn From Nature