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Research reveals new threat to red squirrels
Red squirrel numbers in the UK have been declining rapidly since the introduction of grey squirrels from North America in...
“Something might be amiss” with panda pregnancy
Tian Tian should have gone into labour last weekend (August 30-31), experts say. Experts unsure whether Tian Tian will give...
Zoo marks 100th anniversary of extinct bird
A large surge in deforestation and hunting saw passenger pigeons quickly driven towards extinction. ZSL London commemorates 100 years since...
Zambia lifts hunting ban
Zambia has lifted a 2013 ban on hunting – meaning wildlife, with the exception of big cats, can now be...
Animal group launches monkey rescue appeal
Spider monkeys like Pepe would usually be found living in the rainforest. Call for donations to help fund the removal...
Report uncovers ivory supply chain
Call for targeted enforcement action to tackle trafficking Born Free USA has called for governments, non-governmental organisations, conservationists, law enforcement...
Zoos prevent extinction for many amphibians and reptiles
The striking morelet’s leaf frog is rapidly disappearing as its forest habitat is destroyed. BIAZA release list of species staving...
Pigeons and humans gamble for rewards
Researchers say the findings highlight the importance of past wins and losses in gambling psychology. Humans share risk-taking psychology with...
Wildlife experts team up to tackle infection
The ebola virus, responsible for the recent outbreak in West Africa, originates in wild fruit bats. Call for health monitoring...
Orphaned baby hippo released back into wild
Douglas with Molly and Coco. TV star ‘Douglas’ begins his return to the wild in the South Luangwa river The...