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There are many more species of peacock spider than other animals, scientists think they may know why.

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The Druids Oak is 800 years old - can it help save tomorrow's forests?

Scientists are decoding the DNA of Britain's ancient oaks to crack the secrets of their superpowers.

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The Druids Oak is 800 years old - can it help save tomorrow's forests?

Scientists are decoding the DNA of Britain's ancient oaks to crack the secrets of their superpowers.

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