Have you noticed an increase in the number of giant wasps this summer? This is why...
The Asian hornet is spreading fast across Spain and worrying farmers and beekeepers alike The sight of a large, copper and yellow hornet buzzing past is becoming more frequent in Andalucía. The..

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Turtles born on Costa Blanca beach
Hatchlings have headed into the sea almost two months after they were laid in Arenales del Sol, Elche This morning, the patience of volunteers who have been guarding a nest of turtle eggs on Carabass..

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Andalucían scientists pioneer cleaner pig farming to cut pollution
The new microbial treatment reduces nitrogen pollution in rivers and protects local ecosystems Pig farming is a major contributor to greenhouse gases worldwide, accounting for nearly 10% of annual..

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Jumilla tries carrot and stick approach to tackle growing problem of dog mess
Council campaign offers free bag dispensers to pet owners, but warns that police will fine those who shirk their “responsibility to keep the town cleaner” Jumilla Town Hall is aiming to improve..

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WATCH: Spanish town swaps bull run for 300-kilo giant ball
This alternative to controversial bull runs and fights has become even more popular than the original   The small town of Mataelpino, just north of Madrid and home to only 2,000 residents..

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Blue dragons besieging Guardamar beaches
Swimming has been prohibited over several of the past few due to concern over pretty sea slugs with a potentially very painful sting The local police warn not to handle these creatures Guardamar..

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Bird found injured on Malaga runway causes delays for British flights
Two UK-bound planes forced to change plans after injured flamingo spotted on runway Several flights faced unexpected delays at Malaga Airport late Sunday night after a large, injured bird was found..

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Two arrests made in Spain after shocking cases of dog abuse
Neglected dog euthanised in Gran Canaria and stolen greyhounds found mutilated and in poor conditions in Seville In Gran Canaria, authorities have arrested a person suspected of severe animal neglect..

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Guardia Civil come across loggerhead turtles in nets off Tenerife while near El Hierro a rare Malpelo shark spotted
Separate marine encounters bring attention to Canary Islands’ diverse wildlife   Guardia Civil officers from the Provincial Maritime Service of Santa Cruz de Tenerife recently came across the..

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VIDEO: Wild boars filmed on night out in Cartagena city suburb
Resident’s video shows group trotting through children’s playground in the middle of the night Residents of Cartagena have been shocked to see a group of eight wild boars running around in..

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