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National Trust reintroduces beavers to Wallington

National Trust reintroduces beavers to Wallington

The family of four will develop a wetland ecosystem. The project aims to create wildlife-rich wetlands. The National Trust has...

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MPs urged to end UK badger cull

MPs urged to end UK badger cull

Born Free staff and supporters alongside the Badger Trust and the League Against Cruel Sports attended the event. Born Free...

Bees’ Needs Week puts focus on helping pollinators

Bees’ Needs Week puts focus on helping pollinators

Growing nectar-rich flowers is one of Defra’s suggestions for helping bees. Calls for both the public and the Government to...

Over 600 Arctic tern chicks die at breeding site

Over 600 Arctic tern chicks die at breeding site

Long Nanny is a major breeding site for Arctic terns. Suspected avian flu outbreak hits Long Nanny colony. National Trust...

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Academics create app to improve elephant welfare

Academics create app to improve elephant welfare

“Caring for elephants is an immense privilege but also a challenge” – Dr Lisa Yon. The app is already being...

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Bees woken week early by warming climate, study shows

Bees woken week early by warming climate, study shows

The warmer springs have caused British bees to wake up earlier. Warmer springs may threaten pollination of crops. A new...

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New hope for endangered capercaillie after latest count

New hope for endangered capercaillie after latest count

The latest lek counts show the first increase in male capercaillie in eight years. The recent counts show the first...

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Avian flu impacts breeding of birds of prey

Avian flu impacts breeding of birds of prey

White-tailed eagles were most severely impacted in coastal areas. Reports suggest the breeding success of eagles is particularly affected. The...

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Government cracks down on shark fin trade

Government cracks down on shark fin trade

Shark finning has been illegal in the UK since 2003. New law bans shark fin imports and exports. The Shark...

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First Parrot Awareness Week launched

First Parrot Awareness Week launched

The charity will offer daily campaigns on topics such as nutrition, healthcare and insurance. Parrot Awareness Week 2023 promotes parrot...

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