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Lynx UK Trust submits reintroduction application
The Lynx UK Trust wants to introduce six Eurasian lynx in the Kielder Forest Region Trust plans to introduce six...
RSPB reports dramatic rise in Yorkshire seabirds
Since 2000, the number of gannets has increased from 2,500 to 13,400 breeding pairs. Charity calling for national census The...
Current legislation will not allow Lynx release, NSA warns
Under current law, farmers are allowed to shoot lynx that are causing their animals distress. Species classed as dangerous under...
Increase in captive elephants kept in cruel conditions
When not giving rides or performing, the elephants were bound to chains less than 3m long. Report shows trend for...
Wildlife groups resume badger vaccination schemes
Badger vaccination schemes are resuming across the country. Organisations acquire TB vaccine following global shortage Wildlife groups have resumed their...
Study shows neonicotinoids can harm bees
Researchers exposed bees to winter-sown oilseed rape that had been treated with two different neonicotinoids. Researchers assess effect of the...
Hen harriers in decline, survey shows
Previous research suggests the main factor limiting the population is illegal killings associated with drive grouse moor management. Conservationists warn...
Concern over Finland’s wolf population
Wolf populations in Finland have fallen 25 per cent in the past year. Data shows fewer wolves than previously estimated ...
CSIRO creates tool to fight illegal fishing
"…we can shine a spotlight on vessels acting suspiciously based on factors including the vessel’s history, movement and whether its...
Dramatic variations seen in chimp communities
Researchers believe that some of the differences may be down to the impact of human presence. Two societies differ in...