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A type of iguana missed by Darwin during his Galapagos trip promises to rewrite the animal's history in the islands.
Growing crops in salt water is becoming necessary to overcome shortages of fresh water, scientists say.
Careful cross-breeding could bring an extinct species of Galapagos tortoise back into existence, scientists suggest.
How justified are Prince Charles' claims that genetically-modified crops risk global environmental catastrophe?
They are one of County Clare's oldest residents but there are fears that the feral goats of the Burren are under threat from rustling.
Breeders of Gloucester old spot pigs accuse Waitrose of mis-labelling bacon to cash in on the market for rare breeds meat.
A Devon fun farm is reaping the rewards of a nine-year breeding programme for miniature pigs.
The BBC's Will Ross writes a diary from Accra, Ghana, where African Union leaders are holding a three-day summit.
A genetic discovery could be used to save Scottish wildcat from extinction, according to scientists.
The humble domestic cat has its origins in the Middle East, according to a genetic study in Science journal.
A primitive breed of sheep found on a remote island help scientists understand how seasons affect human beings.
Time was when turkey was rare; a seasonal treat. These days you are as likely to find it bulking out briny hot dogs or pet food, as come across it at Christmas lunch.
New varieties of crops able to function in a warmer world are needed if famines are to be avoided, researchers say.
Restoring a turned off gene in wheat could boost levels of protein and key nutrients, scientists discover.
Zookeepers in India set up the country's first "care home" for ageing and infirm lions.
A new trend for cross-breed dogs is fuelled by Hollywood celebrities, such as Sylvester Stallone and Uma Thurman.
The price of saving the world's frogs, toads and salamanders will cost more than $400m over five years.
US scientists produce wildcat kittens by cross-breeding clones, a move which could have implications for preserving endangered species.
Farmers meeting at a south Wales agricultural show will launch plans to rescue the threatened Welsh pig.
Bird experts are excited by the discovery of a hybrid sparrow found in a garden in Cumbria.
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