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Snake owners urged to keep enclosures secure
Cyrus was rescued by RSPCA inspector Richard Lythgoe. RSPCA inspectors rescue false water cobra from wardrobe The RSPCA has...
Pigeons ‘better at multi-tasking than humans’
Their findings challenge previous assumptions that cognitive ability requires a complex mammalian cerebral cortex. Study explores the cognitive abilities of...
Wildlife charity calls for greater protection for forest animals
Functional forests comprise a huge array of animals which are key to forest ecosystems. Born Free to submit Motion to...
Inspectors visit South Lakes Safari Zoo
According to the report, ‘there is still considerable contact between lemurs and the public’ during feeding sessions. Report raises concerns...
Asian hornet found in Devon
Asian hornets were first seen in the UK last year. Work is underway to trace nests An Asian hornet has...
Trend for lion body parts ‘giving rise to poisoning’
Four lions were found poisoned on the border of the Chuilexi Conservancy late last year. Funding helping to tackle the...
Giant panda habitat shrinking, study finds
Researchers used satellite imagery to examine changes across the panda’s entire geographic range. Researchers assess changes over four decades The...
Deadly fungus threatens Darwin’s frog
"…infected populations of Darwin’s frogs are destined for extinction.” Species facing extinction due to chytridiomycosis The highly threatened Darwin’s frog...
Celebrities back call to ban hunting on National Trust land
Since the Hunting Act 2004 was implemented, hunts have claimed they go ‘trail hunting’ – the activity the National Trust...
Foster tadpoles ‘trigger parental instinct in poison frogs’
Poison frogs – especially males – are very caring parents. Study shows external stimulus can trigger complex behaviour Scientists have...