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Microplastics found in deep sea creatures
The researchers found polyethylene inside brittle stars, sea snails and star fish. Animals consuming plastic fibres from clothing Around 50...
Scientists observe animal behaviour during solar eclipse
Rhinos and giraffes started running when the sky turned black and flamingoes flocked closer together. Rhinos began running around and...
Leading conservationist killed in Tanzania
Wayne Lotter dismantled some of the most important ivory trafficking groups in Africa. Wayne Lotter successfully reduced elephant poaching rates ...
Freeze-dried dung gives insights into elephant stress
The findings could contribute to the welfare, conservation and management of wild elephant populations. Findings could inform management of wild...
Panda incident raises concerns over zoo safety
The security failure could have enabled the panda to escape into the public area of the zoo. CCTV footage reveals...
Census to investigate nation’s hedgehog homes
Intensive farming, loss of hedgerows and tidy, fenced-in gardens are just some of the threats facing Britain’s native hedgehogs. Results...
Study reveals ‘Harry Potter effect’ on Indonesian owl trade
The number of owls being sold at bird markets in Indonesia has soared since the publication of Harry Potter. Researchers...
Lioness gives birth after Aleppo rescue
Shortly after arriving in Jordan, the lioness gave birth to a cub, Hajar. Charity mission rescued 13 animals from war-torn...
Goldfish ‘make alcohol to survive harsh conditions’
Goldfish and crucian carp can survive for long periods in oxygen-free water under ice. Scientists uncover the secret of this...
Last dancing bear rescued from Ukraine
Kristina was rescued by Four Paws in partnership with Ukranian authorities Kristina spent her days trapped inside a tiny cage...