Pollen analysis is a powerful method for reconstructing historical ecosystems. Preserved pollen grains in lakebeds and peat ...

Imagine trying to tell identical twins apart just by looking at their fingerprints. That’s how challenging it can be for ...

Running from Inverness to Britain's most northerly junction, the Far North Line passes through sheep meadows, traditional ...

Imagine trying to tell identical twins apart just by looking at their fingerprints. That's how challenging it can be for ...

Gardeners have been urged to stop using a certain type of soil in their gardens as it is "damaging" - and there's a safer ...

Gardeners are being urged to check the bags of compost they buy from garden centres and supermarkets, as they must be clearly ...

A gardener has issued advice to all people buying compost for their backyards and advised to always check the label.

Lakes, rivers, streams, forests, parks and hiking trails are often top destinations for those looking to enjoy the great ...

The brown peat dotted with dark pools of water extends over the horizon. In its bleakness, the landscape has a strong impact. Here, amidst the bog and water, the creatures that thrive – insects ...

The lamb (yes, actual lamb, not beef masquerading as its ovine cousin) is simmered until it surrenders completely, creating a ...

Beaver Creek Valley State Park showcases one of Minnesota’s most beautiful spring-fed creeks, winding through a deep, narrow ...