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European empires had a lasting impact on plant biodiversity worldwide
The global distribution of plants has been heavily influenced by the European empires that spread alien species across the world from the 15th century onwards
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Wildlife populations are declining on a ‘devastating’ scale, says WWF
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Defining what constitutes a ‘new’ species isn’t straightforward
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Giant yellow crustacean in an aquarium turns out to be new species
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Early humans may have wiped out many turtles millions of years ago
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UK government to hold back data on state of biodiversity in England
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As more bird species go extinct those that are left may be more alike
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Environment
Bees vs wasps: Which insect is really worthy of all the buzz?
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Environment
COP15: Canada to replace China as venue for UN biodiversity summit
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Eating green means considering biodiversity as well as climate change
I thought my Mediterranean-style diet was helping the planet, but while it has reduced my carbon footprint, it is harming Earth's biodiversity, finds Graham Lawton
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Fascinating shots of extinct and endangered animals and plants
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China is putting nature at risk with its biodiversity summit delays
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Tree plantations with diverse species grow better than monocultures
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Over a fifth of reptile species are at risk of extinction
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