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Night patrols underway in North Wales to deter Christmas poachers
Crime
This time of year is peak season for illegal fishing
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The 'groovy' rainbow beetle unique to Snowdon that's no longer swinging like the 60s
Snowdon
Numbers of the rare beetle are thought to be falling as the warming climate pushes them further up the mountain
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Under-siege Welsh farmer spends £30K on fortifications against 100,000 invaders
Farming
Every day, squadrons of hungry starlings would descend on the farm to steal cattle feed
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Urgent warning as flotilla of venomous creatures wash up on Gwynedd coast
Wildlife and Nature
Many more Portuguese Man o' War are being seen these year, perhaps a sign of things to come
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Outrage as bagged baby goldfish 'tossed into sea' washes up on North Wales beach
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The local community rallied around to offer a home - but there was anger at the thought the fish may have been an unwanted funfair prize
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Dozens of 'offensive' bird names to be scrubbed of historical slavery and genocide links
World News
The initiative to rename these birds stems from the concerns of birders who found the historical connections 'troubling'
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Dying seal's flippers tied together by balloon ribbon released over North Wales by grieving relative
Wildlife and Nature
The horrific incident has sparked renewed calls for a ban on memorial balloon releases
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Beautiful beach with remarkable WWII history and its own special delights
North Wales Beaches
'It was a warm, dazzingly bright day - sunglasses weather - but it was still surprising to see the car park almost full'
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Happy-go-lucky swans filmed gliding down Storm Babet 'water slide'
North Wales Weather
'Hilarious...like a water park for local birdlife'
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Repercussions warning as ‘barbaric’ 99p traps that maim pets to be illegal in Wales
Wildlife and Nature
Glue traps can cause horrific suffering to cats and wildlife - but they are considered quicker at tackling rat problems than other methods
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Llama body parts and corpses of badgers, swan and otters found in man's freezer
Courts
Possessing the remains of wild animals is illegal under conservation laws
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Beach warning as 'beautiful but deadly' creature washes up in North Wales
North Wales Beaches
A Portuguese man o’war was discovered by dog walkers on an Anglesey beach
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Innocent holiday snap in Gwynedd revealed something ‘scary’ in the background
Wildlife and Nature
Only later did cyclists realise they may have captured a large shark swimming in the sea
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Nightmare spot by Anglesey beach for anyone with fear of snakes - but don't be afraid
Wildlife and Nature
In fact they are slow worms, beautiful creatures that you should welcome into your garden
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'Smiley face' turns to 'sad face' in wildlife drama off North Wales
Wildlife and Nature
Spectacular photos show the moment a ray is about to become dinner
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The star species birdwatchers can spot in North Wales
Wildlife and Nature
New bird app for twitchers and guided tours could steer you to best sites in North Wales
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Ancient tree is a great survivor once visited by future king
Abergele
The then Prince of Wales came to Llangernyw to see giant trunk for himself
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Hole-in-the-head toad in execution-style shooting at North Wales lake
Wildlife and Nature
RSPCA Cymru is calling for stricter airgun rules to prevent similar shootings
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Man and his birds on a mission to tackle seagull menace in North Wales
Wildlife and Nature
Joe Marshall aims to frighten off gulls that squat on buildings and harass people
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UK's largest fish spotted near North Wales beach and some people weren't taking any risks
Wildlife and Nature
Fishermen and experts believe a large creature swimming along the coast was a basking shark
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One of the world's rarest sharks found washed up on Abersoch beach
Abersoch
Angel sharks are critically endangered - but a small population may be living off the Welsh coast
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Jaw-dropping video shows giant whales, dolphins and sharks gathering for 'incredible' feeding frenzy off Welsh coast
Wildlife and Nature
The footage was captured by wildlife cameraman and shark guide Dan Abbott
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Spectacular moment 'massive' shark leaps from the sea in Cardigan Bay
Wildlife and Nature
The shark burst into the air just metres from a boat load of startled holidaymakers
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Abersoch paddleboard showered by flying fish in 'amazing' sign of things to come
North Wales Beaches
People have been harvesting unexpected beach bounties for themselves and their pets
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