Researchers found that planting a range of tree species can play a "crucial" role in protecting forests from common extreme weather events.

The discovery shows that one of the island's most mysterious groups of amphibians is even more diverse than previously thought.

The newly discovered "hotbed" of avocado diversity could boost sustainable agriculture and commercial varieties of the trendy fruit.

It was first sighted in 2008 when researchers captured a partially obscured photograph of the monkey.

Environmental DNA contained in a small sample of water, sand or even air can reveal the presence of people, wildlife and pathogens, helping researchers track where they’ve migrated.

Experts say bringing the role of biodiversity loss into focus alongside climate change may provide opportunities to better protect birds.

The findings come from a forensic analysis of dental plaque from early humans, dating back up to 33,000 years.

Scientists say the buffalo-like species grew up to weigh up to half a ton.