UK wildlife is under threat from a growing number of "alien" species set to reach our shores soon. The bee-killing yellow-legged hornet is among the non-native species set to arrive in the UK, the ...

Does human population increase mean more disease for wild and domestic animals and plants? Read more ...

A growing number of "alien" species invading Scotland and the UK are threatening wildlife, the economy and even people's health. A study by the European Environment Agency has warned of the ...

ALIEN plant and animal invaders in Scotland are to be targeted by ministers. The Scottish Executive will be one of the bodies represented on a UK group with the task of advising on the the best way of ...