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Pet parrots may benefit from inter-species video calls, study finds

Pet parrots may benefit from inter-species video calls, study finds

Parrots were taught how to call each other with the help of their human caretakers. Parrots that took part engaged...

Volunteers join RSPCA’s Big Help Out campaign

Volunteers join RSPCA’s Big Help Out campaign

‘Wildlife Friends’ pledge their time on and before 8 May to complete small tasks to support, nurture and protect wildlife....

Harvest mice population thriving after reintroduction

Harvest mice population thriving 20 years after reintroduction

The harvest mouse is one of the UK’s most elusive and tiniest mammals, weighing less than a two pence coin....

BVA launches policy position on aquaculture

BVA launches policy position on aquaculture

The UK is the eighth largest producer of finfish from aquaculture. The position calls for vets to consider roles in...

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Endangered giant anteater born at Chester Zoo

Endangered giant anteater born at Chester Zoo

The birth is the result of an international breeding programme that is working to protect endangered species. "The birth is...

Artificial eyries built for golden eagles

Artificial eyries built for golden eagles

"Golden eagles are a vital part of Scotland’s wildlife" – Francesca Osowska. Conservationists hope the nesting sites will help population...

Wildlife Editor
Avian flu report recommends long-term help for wild birds

Avian flu report recommends long-term help for wild birds

“This is an important and timely piece of work to help protect Scotland’s vital seabird populations" – Prof Dan Haydon....

Wildlife Editor
BVA Live session planned on reptile emergencies

BVA Live session planned on reptile emergencies

The session will be held on 11 May. The session will look at common reptile emergency presentations. The British Veterinary...

Exotics Editor
Police to patrol capercaillie sites

Police to patrol capercaillie sites

A census last year counted just 542 capercaillie left in the UK. People are urged to leave the birds alone...

Wildlife Editor
Don’t bring fox cubs into your home, urges SSPCA

Don’t bring fox cubs into your home, urges SSPCA

“If you see a baby fox that you think needs help, please monitor them from a safe distance before intervening."...

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