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WWF report shares concerning statistics

WWF report shares concerning statistics

WWF calls on policymakers to transform economies to properly value natural resources. Report shows 69 per cent wildlife population decline....

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Experts raise awareness of rabbit GDV

Experts raise awareness of rabbit GDV

Vets are being encouraged to use CT for the rapid diagnosis and targeted treatment of GDV. Vets are being encouraged...

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Indian rhino calf born in Ireland

Indian rhino calf born in Ireland

Shutterstock – Indian Rhinos at Fota Wildlife Park, Cork, Ireland. The new arrival is a first for the country.  A...

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New standards proposed for farmed fish welfare

New standards proposed for farmed fish welfare

Proposals structures fish health around three main pillars; routine operations, handling and slaughter. Regulator calls for consideration of fish sentience....

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First annual World Sloth Bear Day

First annual World Sloth Bear Day

Photos (C) International Animal Rescue/Roger Allen. Conservationists mark the occasion.  The first annual World Sloth Bear Day, which takes place...

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Government recognises beaver as native species

Government recognises beaver as native species

Landowners will not be able to damage a burrow or dam without a license. Wildlife charities call for clarity on...

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Company and food helps hooved animals in captivity, study finds

Company and food helps hooved animals in captivity, study finds

"There are lessons here for both farmers and zoos about how best to raise and treat livestock” -Kate Lewis, University...

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Vets welcome Welsh ban on glue traps and snares

Vets welcome Welsh ban on glue traps and snares

“We will continue to engage with the Welsh government to develop what the scheme looks like in practice" – Collin Wilson,...

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Half of world’s bird species in decline, report finds

Half of world’s bird species in decline, report finds

The pressures facing birds are more significant and diverse than ever. “We have to stop these declines and start getting...

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Study adds to evidence for dehorning black rhinos

Study adds to evidence for dehorning black rhinos

“In an ideal world no one would want to remove arguably one of the most iconic features of a rhino"...

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