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Magnetic map guides young salmon to feeding grounds
Juvenile Chinook salmon were studied by researchers in America, to see if their migratory senses reacted to changes in magnetic field....
RSPCA may prosecute live fish drinkers
The RSPCA has received at least 14 reports of people drinking live fish. Reports of drinkers downing shots containing live...
New blood test for deadly snake disease
IBD affects snakes in captivity, as well as those sold as pets. Scientists introduce a screening method for IBD A...
BVA stance on primates as pets
BVA concludes very few private owners can meet the needs of pet primates. ‘Almost impossible’ for private owners to meet primate...
African tigerfish filmed leaping from the water to catching swallows in flight
African tigerfish filmed catching swallows in flight An African Tigerfish Recordings end years of speculation over predatory behaviour Scientists have...
Tattoo project aims to save endangered tortoise
Tattoo project aims to save endangered tortoise Conservationists engrave tortoise shells to combat trafficking In a bid to protect one...
Researchers uncover new hunting technique
Researchers uncover new hunting technique Recent study suggests crocodiles use objects to lure birds A recent study published in Ethology,...
Inquiry launched into keeping primates as pets
Inquiry launched into keeping primates as pets MPs seeking written evidence on pet trade and keeping An inquiry has been...
Animals scored for suitability as pets
Animals scored for suitability as pets Scientists develop a tool to help address problems with exotic pets A new assessment...
Welfare group hits out at primate research review
Welfare group hits out at primate research review Report into multiple neuroscience research procedures on primates sparks RSPCA CONCERNS have...