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Pet reptiles may be “reservoirs” of Campylobacter
Scientists found 7.3 per cent of reptiles tested positive for fetus or hyointestinalis. Scientists assess the risk of Campylobacter species...
Defra trials gassing as a badger cull option
Defra says no live animals will be used in the trials. FOI request reveals trials are being carried out on...
Persecution of gulls is rising, says RSPCA
A gull bought to Stapeley Grange after being shot with an air rifle. Charity asks the public to be more...
Scottish bison reintroduced to the wild
European bisons Reintroduction project aims to boost numbers and genetic diversity A European bison born at the Highland Wildlife Park...
New research gives fresh hope to threatened bird
The ring ouzel population has declined by 35 per cent since 1999. Recent insights could aid the survival of an...
Born Free Foundation decries Dutch Court ruling
Morgan at Loro Parque, Tenerife. Decision to transfer orca whale to an aquatic circus in Tenerife ruled as lawful Retrieved...
Ocean sound mystery solved after decades
Scientists say their findings will improve understanding of the behaviour of minke whales. Experts say discovery has "important implications" for...
Invasive non-native species report published
MPs call for change in law to control invasive species Following a report on invasive non-native species, Parliament’s green watchdog...
TB compensation for alpaca and llama farmers
The Government is consulting over a new statutory camelid TB scheme. Government consult over new camelids statutory scheme A new compensation...
“Swine flu” found in sea otters
Sea Otters off the coast of America have been exposed to the H1N1 flu virus, scientists have said. Scientists baffled...