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Human activity pushing species closer to extinction – Red List
The iconic snowy owl has been listed as threatened for the first time, moving from least concern to vulnerable. IUCN...
Report reveals state of UK’s birds
Projected changes in our climate could make the UK less suitable for dotterel. Climate change making rare birds more vulnerable...
RSPB warns against glittery ‘reindeer food’
‘Reindeer food’ containing substances such as oats and glitter are available to buy at this time of year. Mixes containing...
Charity calls for hunting loopholes to be closed
“The hunting bans in the UK must be strengthened.” Four amendments to Hunting Act recommended The League Against Cruel Sports...
Trophy hunting may lead to extinction by removing ‘good genes’
“This demonstration that trophy hunting can potentially push otherwise resilient populations to extinction when the environment changes is concerning." Scientists...
‘New ivory’ being passed off as antique, charity warns
“We do not believe that dealers are able to accurately establish the age or provenance of ivory items by eye."...
Songbird migration impacted by pesticides, study finds
Imidacloprid and chlorpyrifos are widely used in North America, but their impact on bird migration had not previously been studied....
Vets save lions from illegal zoo in Bulgaria
FOUR PAWS vets provided care to all the lions and sterilised two male lions to prevent further inbreeding. Big cats...
Are you floundering with your fish consults?
Exotics vet Sonya Miles looks at how to carry out a thorough clinical examination on fish. ...
Wildlife emergencies – what to expect at this time of year
From bonfires to antifreeze, the winter months bring an array of hazards for wildlife, as Simon Cowell explains. ...
