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On the trail of wolves

Much of the Italian landscape has long been bereft of wolves. Now, a burgeoning population is reclaiming old haunts.

THE RECLAIMERS

Across the world, land that has been used and abandoned by humans is being recolonised by the plants and animals that were there in the first place. Cal Flyn highlights ten hotspots where wildlife is thriving among the ruins.

MARK CARWARDINE

The conservationist discusses the much-anticipated UK Environment Bill and invites your thoughts on the subject.

Hidden BRITAIN

Many insects are easy to miss in the melee of summer buzzing. Our eyes and ears become bamboozled by the gaudy and gallant – butterflies, dragonflies, bees, beetles – and we overlook the more subtle species. But low-key insects, such as this month’s dipteran delight, are worth seeking out.

Tales From The Bush Befriended By A Fox

A change of scene saw Chuck Graham form an unexpected bond with one of his new neighbours – a wild island fox.

Bringing Back The Tiger

Just over a decade ago, leaders of all 13 tiger range countries came together in a bold and inspiring pledge to save this iconic big cat. Their pledge? To double tiger populations by 2022, the next Chinese Year of the Tiger. So, with seven months to go, who is on track to deliver?

Mike Dilger's Wildlife Watching

In his series of great places to watch wildlife in the UK, the star of BBC One’s The One Show this month heads for upland watercourses, which hold many unexpected surprises not found in their lowland counterparts.

Tipping the balance

Even forage and pasture can contribute to an excess of sugar and starch, triggering a cascade of health problems. David Rendle FRCVS offers dietary advice

Smooth as silk

A part-bred mare reigns in a breed role, last year’s supreme novice is recrowned and an Exmoor turns heads

‘He'll jump the moon'

Henry Squibb lands the feature class with Kilcurry Dawn as huge fields of young jockeys emerge from lockdown in flying form

Jessica von Bredow-Werndl

The German dressage rider of the moment chats to Polly Bryan about her Olympic aims, going vegan and why she nearly quit the sport

The effects of fire

We hope it never happens, but if your horse was caught in a fire, what would be the implications and how would we restore them to health? Andrea Oakes investigates

Double booking for Damsel

A young rider makes her debut in open horse classes, landing a spot at the 2021 Hickstead final in the process

A Mighty victory fulfils Russell's long-held ambition

Scotland’s showcase meeting produces a fairy-tale finish in the Grand National with an unexpected family connection

Keeping a veteran active for longer

With advances in medicine, our horses are staying healthy well into their twilight years. Stephanie Bateman discovers how to keep our veterans sound and active for longer

Dargun shoots to the top

Piggy March cements her partnership with Dargun, while Kitty King takes the other CCI4*-S at the first British international of the season

A guide to box rest

When a horse has to stay in the stable for a prolonged period of time, all kinds of problems can ensue. Gil Riley MRCVS advises on how to manage box rest

It's ‘Frexit' at the Cotley

Fred Eames’s retirement as master and huntsman of his family pack, the Cotley Harriers, means it’s the end of an era for these hounds, as Will Chanter discovers

Diamond day for Chandler

Emilie Chandler heads a star-studded advanced and Harry Meade continues his comeback from a serious head injury by scoring a double

IN MEMORY OF The Duke of Edinburgh 10 June 1921–9 April 2021

A pioneer in the development of equestrian sports, Prince Philip was not only a mainstay in the royal family’s patronage of the horse world over the past century, but he was also a horseman through and through, finds Michael Clayton

Merrion

The “amazing, if eccentric” master’s horse who frequently upstaged his rider with the Percy

‘He never put a foot wrong'

After more than 20 years and nearly 4,000 winners, Richard Johnson retired earlier this month. Julian Muscat speaks to the four-time champion jockey and his colleagues

The sound of silence

There’s no doubt top-level sport looks different this year, with the Cheltenham Festival running behind closed doors and the Olympics set to have no overseas spectators. Ellie Hughes investigates the effect this has on competitors

Clare Balding

From “racing royalty”, Clare Balding has become a household name Kate Johnson talks to her about her new book, the upcoming Tokyo Games and those who influenced her career

Ataxia explained

Why might a horse become weak, wobbly or unable to stand? Dr Philip Ivens MRCVS discusses potential causes

Arthur rises again

Rowan Cope enjoys a “dream ride” to take the top spot, with Becky Smith hot on his heels on her hunt ride debut

A five-star feast

The 2019 top two could repeat their results in a rematch, says H&H eventing editor Pippa Roome as she previews the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event

6 More Places To See European Bears

Bear-watching opportunities are growing throughout Europe – Lyn Hughes finds six more countries where you can go in search of them

Norway's star wolf moved for safety

Norway’s most famous wolf has been captured and moved south with a female companion to protect him from licensed killing.

Helping hedgehogs

It may be the nation’s favourite mammal, but the hedgehog is rapidly vanishing from towns and countryside across the UK. Why have things gone so badly wrong for British hedgehogs? And, more importantly, what’s being done to help them?