A study reveals that Arctic foxes introduced to Alaskan islands for fur hunting significantly altered the ecosystem by preying on seabirds, reducing nutrient flow and transforming grasslands into tundra.

Experts are investigating a significant die-off of seabirds, with clues pointing to the El Niño weather pattern as a potential cause.

Unusual sightings of humpback whales and weakened Southern Ocean seabirds off Australia's east coast suggest significant changes in ocean conditions. Marine heatwaves around Australia and Antarctica are disrupting food webs and altering marine life patterns, with humpback sightings in Western Australia falling by 60%.

Australia has been affected by the H5 bird flu, with the first mass deaths of seabirds causing serious concern among scientists. The outbreak raises alarms about the potential impact on wildlife and public health.

Researchers in Alaska conducted an experiment on wild black-legged kittiwakes by clipping feathers to increase flight energy expenditure, finding that fewer birds survived and struggled to raise chicks, though survivors bred more successfully.

Mauritius has spent over 40 years on a successful conservation effort, removing invasive rats, cats, and goats from its offshore islands, which has significantly helped endangered seabirds return after decades.

Scientists are expressing concern over a significant die-off of seabirds off the coast of California, attributing it to a persistent marine heatwave and the anticipated effects of El Niño, which are causing fish to move to deeper, cooler waters and leaving seabirds to starve.

A new study in Japan's Ogasawara Islands, utilizing citizen science, has revealed insights into seabirds' tendencies to follow ships, underscoring the valuable role of wildlife enthusiasts in research.

Researchers are streaming the life of an osprey pair that has been nesting for 15 consecutive years on a 55-meter-long canopy crane in Australia's Daintree Rainforest.

A recent study indicates that climate change is reducing the range of marine birds like albatrosses and petrels, compelling them to travel greater distances to find food and survive.

A green group has reported people landing on an uninhabited island in southern Hong Kong waters, a known breeding site for seabirds. The disturbance occurred during mainland China’s Labour Day holiday, coinciding with the birds' breeding season.

Researchers have conducted the first biological assessment of global mercury distribution in oceans, utilizing samples collected from thousands of seabirds to identify species most at risk.

Thousands of dead or dying seabirds, predominantly puffins, have been discovered on the Atlantic coasts of Western Europe, with extreme weather cited as a contributing factor.

Thousands of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills, are being found dead or dying along Europe's Atlantic coast in what scientists are calling a 'wreck' event.

Thousands of dead seabirds, including puffins, have been found washed up along the coastlines of the UK, France, Spain, and Portugal, prompting investigations into the cause.

Australian Antarctic Program scientists say virus on Heard Island has spread to new species Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here The gentoo penguin has become the first bird to test positive for the H5N1 bird flu on an Australian territory, with samples confirming the virus has spread on a sub-Antarctic island. The deadly and contagious strain of bird flu, which has already killed millions of seabirds, wild birds and poultry overseas, was confirmed in southern elephant seals on Heard Island in November 2025. Continue reading...

A 1958 intervention on Clipperton Island, where ornithologist Kenneth Stager removed 58 feral pigs, led to a significant recovery of seabird populations and land crabs. The seabird colony grew from 650 to over 137,000, demonstrating successful ecological restoration.

Pupils in Wexford participated in a conservation visit, using binoculars to observe one of Ireland's rarest seabirds.

Australia has warned of the risk of H5N1 bird flu spreading after the first episode of mass mortality among seabirds killed around 50, prompting concerns about the virus.

Scientists are reporting unusual occurrences in the Southern Ocean, including a decrease in whale sightings and the appearance of rare seabirds. These observations suggest that something out of the ordinary is happening in the region.

Experts are warning of the spread of bird flu into Australian wildlife after seven suspected new cases were discovered in sick and dead seabirds in South Australia.

It is the first confirmed infection in an Australian seabird, with all other cases being found in migratory seabirds.

Scientists fear that the lingering marine heatwave off California, exacerbated by El Niño, is causing many seabirds to starve as fish seek deeper, cooler waters, intensifying a seabird crisis.

A lethal strain of H5 bird flu has devastated wildlife on the sub-Antarctic islands of Heard and McDonald, causing the deaths of approximately 13,000 seal pups, along with numerous penguins and seabirds.

A nature diary entry from Swanage, Dorset, highlights the presence of puffins and the unassuming rock pipit at Durlston Country Park.

Researchers from the University of Coimbra analyzed seven species of seabirds in remote subantarctic regions and found microplastic contaminants in all of them, highlighting widespread environmental pollution.

Wild weather conditions have led to an influx of displaced seabirds at Palmerston North's Wildbase Hospital in New Zealand, keeping staff busy with rescues and care.

Cyclone Narelle has left a 'harrowing' trail of destruction along the Western Australian coastline, resulting in a graveyard of turtles, dolphins, and seabirds, with locals describing the impact on wildlife as devastating.

The University of Aveiro has reported an increase in animals admitted for rehabilitation, with seabirds, particularly puffins, being the most affected group, often arriving in critical condition or already deceased.

From the rugged north of Scotland to the glittering Aegean, our tipsters recommend islands for slowing down, lazing around and taking in nature • Tell us about a spring activity or day out – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher A short ferry ride from Vigo (daily and overnight visitor numbers are capped) took us to the tiny archipelago of the Cíes Islands, a protected cluster of islands where seabirds rule and tiny beaches remain unspoilt. There are no cars on the island and only a few sm...

A charity is urging that an updated marine strategy must deliver concrete actions for seabirds, with areas like Strangford Lough expected to receive better protection within five years.

Australia has reported its first mass mortality event among seabirds due to H5N1 bird flu, with approximately 50 greater crested terns dying off the coast south of Adelaide.

Tropical islands are experiencing a significant ecological shift as invasive rat populations decimate seabird numbers, thereby reducing essential nutrient contributions to coral reefs. This disruption is reshaping entire reef food chains.

Bird Island in the Seychelles is described as an untouched bird paradise, home to millions of seabirds. It is considered a place of longing for some, while others find it an extreme experience.

A review of the island restaurant HSS Paviljong in Liuskasaari highlights its impressive landscape, atmosphere, and salmon soup, offering diners a chance to spot seabirds.

Australia is ramping up bird flu surveillance and testing following the first reported mainland cases. Tests are underway after dead seabirds and a pelican were found far from the initial confirmed cases.

A first-ever analysis has revealed a 'shocking' toll of bycatch on British marine life, with conservationists reporting that cherished creatures like whales, dolphins, and seabirds are being killed in large numbers by fishing tackle.

The climate crisis is causing oceans to overheat, leading to a reduction in the distribution area for seabirds like albatrosses and petrels, increasing their flight distances and raising the risk of extinction for species found in Portugal.

One of Norway's largest salmon farmers, Cermaq, has been reprimanded by the County Governor for its handling of an oil spill, which poses a risk to seabirds.

Cetaceans, seabirds, and turtles are among the animals most affected by accidental catches. Portugal has high rates but already has an action plan that should be in effect by 2026.

Jan Magnussen, a local politician, is advocating for a ban on light fishing in the Oslofjord, arguing that it sends the wrong signals by depleting herring stocks that serve as food for cod and seabirds, while recreational fishermen face strict limits.

A "world-first" conservation project has successfully eradicated feral ferrets from Rathlin Island in Northern Ireland, safeguarding thousands of seabirds.

Thousands of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, razorbills, and terns, are washing up on European shores in the biggest 'wreck' in a decade, attributed to a string of storms affecting their ability to find food.

Hundreds of dead and dying seabirds, including puffins, are washing up on British beaches, threatening a mass seabird 'wreck' due to severe winter storms.