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Fewer seabirds return to Scotland after flu outbreak
Researchers are continuing to count and monitor the activities of the birds. NatureScot has ‘cautious optimism’ as species slowly return....
SSPCA asks public to help contain injured wildlife
The charity is asking people to contain some birds and small animals that need rescue. Public appeal as 10 per...
Endangered wildcats released into Scottish national park
The Saving Wildcats conservation team wil now closely observe the wildcats. The project aims to save the species from extinction....
RSPCA urging owners to use parrot passports
The stray lovebird was found in a garden in Somerset. The advice comes after charity unable to reunite stray lovebird...
New wave of avian flu hits gulls and terns
Large numbers of black-headed gulls, an amber-listed species, have died from the virus. Thousands of birds in breeding colonies have...
RAW veterinary resource pack released
RAW is taking place from 26-30 June 2023. Vets urged to get involved to educate owners about welfare needs of...
More beavers moved as numbers increase
"It is vital that we continue to protect and value these iconic animals." – Lorna Slater NatureScot’s report shows increase...
Tolerant macaques have better self-control, study finds
Tonkean macaques showed greater self-control than other species of macaque. Research provides clues about human social evolution. Socially tolerant species...
Conservation programme launched for coastal Scotland
The small blue butterfly is one species that has already benefited from conservation work. New project aims to reverse long-term...
Don’t take ’selfish selfies’, holidaymakers urged
“Born Free strongly advises people not to support the animal photo prop industry or pose for selfies with captive wild...