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The large herbivores graze on flammable vegetation, creating natural firebreaks. Photo:

Polish bison take on a unique firefighting role in Portugal

Bison brought over from Poland to Portugal this year have taken on a unique role in their new habitat as part of a project designed to combat the country’s frequent forest and meadow fires.

Nature & Travel

Photo: Bernard DUPONT via Wikimedia Commons

Alien-like insect spreading rapidly in Polish forests

An unusual insect known for its menacing appearance and bizarre sounds is rapidly expanding across Polish forests.

Nature & Travel

Poland's State Forests advocates a four year ban on Polish wood exports to non-EU nations.

Poland’s forest agency proposes ban on wood exports outside EU

Poland’s woodland management authority has proposed that the Polish government ban wood exports to non-EU countries.

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‘Venom-shooting’ caterpillars found in Polish forest, warn experts

Life-threatening caterpillars that shoot poisonous hairs into the air have been spotted in forests near the city of Poznań, western Poland.